Girl · 322nd of 30,306
Leia
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
17,736
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
1,424
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Leia stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Leia has its roots in Hebrew, originating from the biblical name Leah, which means weary or delicate. It evolved from Leah to Leia, particularly in popular culture. The name holds traits of strength and resilience and has significant biblical relevance as Leah was a key figure in the Old Testament.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Leia is derived from the Hebrew name 'Leah', which means 'weary' or 'delicate'. In the Bible, Leah is the first wife of Jacob and the mother of six of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Meaning
weary, delicate
Language Evolution
Leah (Hebrew), Leia (Latinized form)
Biblical Background
The name has significant biblical relevance as Leah is a prominent figure in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Leia gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly with the rise of the 'Star Wars' franchise in which Princess Leia is a central character.
Variants & Derivatives
Leah, Lea, Leya
Modern Popularity & Image
Leia is perceived as a strong and independent name, largely due to its association with the character Princess Leia, who is seen as a symbol of bravery and resilience.
Famous People
Leia Organa (fictional character from 'Star Wars'), Leah Remini (American actress and author)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,424 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5146th of 12526 | 109 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1810th of 19264 | 814 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1695th of 27321 | 1,273 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1086th of 35406 | 3,502 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 322nd of 30306 | 12,038 |