LEAH
The meaning of the unisex name Leah is MEADOW.
Details on LEAH:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Meadow
- Popularity for Girl:
- 136th in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 26,271st in the USA (bottom 35%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
3,969 births
LEAH as a GIRL in 2024
6 births
LEAH as a BOY in 2022
The meaning(s) of LEAH:
The name Leah is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Leah is: Weary, tired.
The name Leah is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Leah is: Weary, tired.
The name Leah is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Leah is: Meadow.
The name Leah is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Leah is: Tired. Cow. First wife of Jacob in the Old Testament. Leah became Jacob's first wife by trickery, as Jacob had intended to marry her younger and more beautiful sister, Rachel, who soon became his second and favoured wife.
USA SSA birth(s) for LEAH:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name LEAH
LEAH as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 3969 births |
| 2023 | 3973 births |
| 2022 | 4193 births |
| 2021 | 4474 births |
| 2020 | 4527 births |
| 2019 | 4780 births |
| 2018 | 5036 births |
| 2017 | 5159 births |
| 2016 | 5406 births |
| 2015 | 5616 births |
| 2014 | 5601 births |
| 2013 | 5603 births |
| 2012 | 5767 births |
| 2011 | 6389 births |
| 2010 | 6536 births |
| 2009 | 6788 births |
LEAH as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 births |
| 2020 | 10 births |
| 2019 | 9 births |
| 2018 | 9 births |
| 2017 | 9 births |
| 2016 | 6 births |
| 2014 | 8 births |
| 2013 | 5 births |
| 2012 | 5 births |
| 2011 | 10 births |
| 2010 | 8 births |
| 2009 | 9 births |
| 2008 | 11 births |
| 2006 | 8 births |
| 2005 | 14 births |
| 2004 | 15 births |
About the name LEAH
Leah, a name that resonates with gentle strength and grace, finds its roots in Hebrew, meaning "weary" or "delicate." In the biblical narrative, Leah is the first wife of Jacob, symbolizing resilience and the complexities of love, as she yearned for acceptance and recognition. This name has woven its way through time and cultures, embraced in various forms across the globe. In the United States, Leah has enjoyed enduring popularity, often chosen for its melodic sound and timeless appeal. Its charm extends to countries like Germany, where it conveys a sense of tradition, and in France, where it embodies elegance. In the realms of literature and art, Leah often represents a nurturing spirit, embodying the qualities of compassion and loyalty. As a name, Leah is a beautiful choice for a baby, evoking a sense of warmth and connection to both heritage and heart.
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