Lea
lea
US Popularity:1535
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):British, Hawaiann
Meaning:Delicate; Weary; Meadow, field
Lea is a short form gender-neutral name crafted from the Hebrew Leah. First borne as le'ah, Lea means "delicate" or "weary" in honor of the unloved wife of the Biblical patriarch Jacob. Though scripture may render Leah a demure alternative to her more illustrious sister Rachel, the name has stood the test of time as a symbol of humility. It's a title of underestimated vigor, reinforced by Leah's ability to give Jacob a first-born son when Rachel could not. Alternatively, Lea means "meadow" or "field" in English, as a possible derivation of the surname Lee. Finally, Lea has Hawaiian connections, as it is the name of the mythological Hawaiian goddess of canoe makers and builders. With such a wide reach, this short and sweet moniker is sure to inspire your little one!
Lea Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lea is currently #573 on The Bump
Boy:Lea is currently #410 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Lea is currently #333 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lea is currently #1535 in U.S. births
Boy:Lea is currently #21937 in U.S. births
Girl:Lea is currently #1554 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#1554
in 2023
- 41
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Leah January 2022
Ancestry, Lee Family History
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'Lea'
Name Doctor, Lea
Online Etymology Dictionary, lea (n.)
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