Leith

LEETH

Scottish river name

"wet"

Leith Origin and Meaning

The name Leith is a boy's name of Scottish origin meaning "wet".

This is an unusual surname and geographical name of medieval Scottish origin that might serve as a possible alternative to the aging Keith, though it's a bit tough on the tongue. More popularly spelt Laith in Scotland itself, which happens to correspond to an Arabic name meaning 'lion'.

Popularity of the name Leith

• 1569 Nameberry 2025

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Famous People Named Leith

• Leith Stevens American composer and conductor
• Remington Leith singer of fashion,art band Palaye Royale

The name Leith in Pop Culture

• The surname means 'person from Leith' near Edinburgh ('damp place')
• Leith a character in the CW series 'Reign'