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The name Leah peaked for boys at #2480 in 1982. Leah is also used for girls, ranking #58 in 2025.

The name Leah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "weary".

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Strong but sweet, Leah is a classic name that doesn't feel dull or dusty. It's got plenty of dignity, grace, and pluck, making it a solid choice in the 21st century.

Leah was most likely derived from the Hebrew word le'ah, meaning "weary," though it could also be inspired by the Akkadian word littu, meaning "cow."

While these meanings might not appeal to everyone, the Biblical namesake, Leah, is considered an important matriarch in the Old Testament. A mother of seven children and the ill-favored wife of Jacob, Leah teaches resilience, compassion, hope, and faithfulness.

Beyond the Biblical narrative, weariness can be associated with having worked hard, and cows can be seen as symbols of abundance and nourishment. Besides, <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/415/baby-names-with-animal-meanings"> names with animal meanings</a> are in at the moment.

For the last two decades, Leah has been gaining a considerable following, outranking former Old Testament favorites, such as Sarah, Rebecca, and Rachel. Given to nearly 4000 girls every year, short but substantial Leah strikes the balance between the likes of Amelia and Eliana and those such as Mia and Lily.

Actress Leah Remini, footballer Leah Williamson, and playwright Leah Purcell are current bearers of the name, while in pop culture, Stephanie Meyer's Twilight, the TV shows "Supernatural" and "Grey's Anatomy," and Barbara Kingsolver's novel The Poisonwood Bible all feature fictional Leahs.

If you love Leah but were looking for something that's not such a staple, you could consider another Biblical name, such as Dinah, Lois, Keziah, or Zillah, or perhaps just something similar in sound, like Leia, Lyra, or Celia.

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The name Leah is currently ranked #58 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #24 in 2010. The name is most popular in LEAH, LEAH, and LEAH. Leah is occasionally used for boys in 2022.

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