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Leam
US Rank#5743
2025 SSA
About Leam
Leam is a succinct masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a shortened form of Liam (Irish variant of William meaning 'resolute protection'), a variation of the Hebrew name Liem ('my people'), or derived from the River Leam in England (where Leamington Spa is located). The name has a crisp, modern sound despite potential ancient roots. Leam remains quite rare internationally, appealing to parents seeking short, strong-sounding names that resist overly complicated pronunciations. Its brevity gives it contemporary appeal while its possible connections to nature (the river) add meaningful depth.
Pronounced LEEM.
As of October 2026, Leam ranked #5743 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3015 for boys in 2024.
Popularity & trends
US popularity — history
US rank, lower is more popular · SSA data 2014–2025
Actual · SSA
20142025
18802025
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,985 | 19 | 9.9 |
| 2015 | #4,985 | 19 | 9.9 |
| 2016 | #4,560 | 22 | 11.6 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #3,668 | 30 | 16.5 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #4,793 | 20 | 11.6 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | #4,518 | 23 | 13.2 |
| 2023 | #4,286 | 25 | 14.6 |
| 2024 | #3,015 | 41 | 23.8 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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