Leah
Female name · ★ Classic
84,271
Total Births
2008
Peak Year
#53
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Leah
Leah is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 84,271 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,353 births |
| 1890s | 1,903 births |
| 1900s | 1,743 births |
| 1910s | 2,217 births |
| 1920s | 1,869 births |
| 1930s | 1,507 births |
| 1940s | 1,413 births |
| 1950s | 2,385 births |
| 1960s | 4,996 births |
| 1970s | 8,335 births |
| 1980s | 13,951 births |
| 1990s | 13,190 births |
| 2000s | 15,951 births |
| 2010s | 10,424 births |
| 2020s | 3,034 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Leah?
Leah has been given to 84,271 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 2,130 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #53.
Is Leah a boy or girl name?
Leah is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Leah most popular?
Leah was most popular in 2008, when 2,130 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Leah?
Leah first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).