Name Profile
Leia
“Weary” — Biblical Greek
GirlBiblical Greek1 syllableCurrent rank #290 (2024)
About Leia
Though its Biblical Greek origin points to a meaning of "weary," the girl's name Leia is today overwhelmingly associated with strength, leadership, and galactic royalty. It is a delightfully modern-sounding, minimalist name that packs a powerful cultural punch.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginBiblical Greek
Syllables1
Nicknames for Leia
Leia is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Leia ranks #290 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 1,094 births..
Leia popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Leia had 1,094 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,076 | #296 |
| 2022 | 1,216 | #256 |
| 2023 | 1,424 | #211 |
| 2024 | 1,094 | #290 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Leia Rose
- Leia Claire
- Leia June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Leia mean?
Leia is commonly linked to the meaning Weary and is associated with Biblical Greek roots.
Is Leia a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Leia ranks #290 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 1,094 births..