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Leah

Leah is a girl name of English origin.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#44

How popular is Leah?

Popularity in the United States

Leah has been given to 236,249 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 367 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Leah per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Leah has been given to 1,080 babies in France since 1963, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

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Babies named Leah per year in France, 1963–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 629 people called Leah living in Spain, with an average age of 10.5.

236,249 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Leah

Is Leah a boy's or a girl's name?

Leah is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Leah?

Leah has been given to 236,249 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.