Leia Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In Portuguese, Leia can be associated with the verb “ler,” meaning “to read.”

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A Deep Dive

Leia Overview

Meaning

Weary, child of heaven, heavenly flowers

Gender

Girl

Origin

Hebrew

Etymology

Derived from the Hebrew name Leah, meaning “weary.” Also has Hawaiian origins, associated with “lehua,” meaning “child of heaven” or “heavenly flowers.”

Pronunciation

/ˈleɪ.ə/

Popularity

Leia has gained recognition globally, especially due to pop culture references. In 2023, Leia ranked #279 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

4 letters

Numerology

9 (Humanitarian, Selfless, Creative)

Name Styles

Exotic, Modern, Fictional, Short

Associated Traits

Graceful, imaginative, gentle

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often associated with biblical references, as well as modern cultural icons.

Name Day

December 22 (Lithuania)
A Deep Dive

Leia Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Leah, Leila, Leya, Leea, Liya, Leiah

Common Nicknames

Lili, Lala, Lenny, Lila, Lei-Lei, Leya, Lia-Lia

Diminutives

Lea, Ley, Lei, Lay, Lee

Famous People

  • Leia Tania do Bastião Dongue
    (Mozambican Basketball Player)
  • Leia Sfez
    (French Model)
  • Leia Immanuel
    (American Instagram Star)
  • Leia Monroe
    (American Child Instagram Star)
  • Leia Freitas
    (Brazilian Actress)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Princess Leia
    ("Star Wars," Film Series)
  • Leia Organa
    ("Star Wars: The Force Awakens," Film)
  • "Leia: Princess of Alderaan"
    (Novel)
  • "Leia's Theme"
    (Song)
  • "Leia and the Jedi"
    (Comic Series)
  • "Leia's Adventures"
    (Children's Book)
  • "Leia's Mission"
    (Video Game)

What Is the Meaning of Leia?

Leia means “weary” or “delicate” in Hebrew. People named Leia are often thought to be gentle, nurturing, and caring. Additionally, in Hawaiian, Leia means “child of heaven” or “heavenly flowers,” suggesting a serene personality.

What Is the Origin of The Name Leia?

Leia has Hebrew origins, derived from the name Leah, which means “weary.” It also has a Hawaiian origin, where it is associated with the word “lehua,” meaning “child of heaven” or “heavenly flowers.”

Leia Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Leia in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2982021#2542022#2112023
Top 3 Rankings#2112023#2542022#2802017

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Leia

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023211
(+43 from 2022)
1421
(+205 from 2022)
0.08124
2022254
(+44 from 2021)
1216
(+143 from 2021)
0.06782
2021298
(-3 from 2020)
1073
(-14 from 2020)
0.05989
2020295
(+39 from 2019)
1087
(+130 from 2019)
0.06149
2019334
(-38 from 2018)
957
(-163 from 2018)
0.05216
2018296
(-16 from 2017)
1120
(-39 from 2017)
0.06023
2017280
(+41 from 2016)
1159
(+143 from 2016)
0.06135
2016321
(+99 from 2015)
1016
(+250 from 2015)
0.05248
2015420
(+90 from 2014)
766
(+156 from 2014)
0.03926
2014510
(+59 from 2013)
610
(+101 from 2013)
0.03118
2013569
(+101 from 2012)
509
(+87 from 2012)
0.02640
2012670
(+103 from 2011)
422
(+71 from 2011)
0.02176
2011773
(+58 from 2010)
351
(+28 from 2010)
0.01811
2010831
(-6 from 2009)
323
(-18 from 2009)
0.01647
2009825
(+104 from 2008)
341
(+47 from 2008)
0.01684
2008929
(+8 from 2007)
294
(+6 from 2007)
0.01412
2007937
(+24 from 2006)
288
(+16 from 2006)
0.01361
2006961
(+173 from 2005)
272
(+66 from 2005)
0.01301
20051134
(+195 from 2004)
206
(+46 from 2004)
0.01015
20041329
(+66 from 2003)
160
(+18 from 2003)
0.00793
20031395
(-107 from 2002)
142
(-10 from 2002)
0.00708
20021288
(+211 from 2001)
152
(+27 from 2001)
0.00770
20011499
(-8 from 2000)
125
(+2 from 2000)
0.00631
20001491
(+130 from 1999)
123
(+20 from 1999)
0.00616
19991621
(+69 from 1998)
103
(+9 from 1998)
0.00529
19981690
(-166 from 1997)
94
(-12 from 1997)
0.00485
19971524
(+582 from 1996)
106
(+41 from 1996)
0.00555
19962106
(-422 from 1995)
65
(-22 from 1995)
0.00339
19951684
(+902 from 1994)
87
(+39 from 1994)
0.00453
19942586
(-496 from 1993)
48
(-17 from 1993)
0.00246
19932090
(-57 from 1992)
65
(-2 from 1992)
0.00330
19922033
(+156 from 1991)
67
(+7 from 1991)
0.00334
19912189
(-215 from 1990)
60
(-9 from 1990)
0.00295
19901974
(+24 from 1989)
69
(+6 from 1989)
0.00336
19891998
(-135 from 1988)
63
(-3 from 1988)
0.00316
19881863
(-201 from 1987)
66
(-7 from 1987)
0.00343
19871662
(+7 from 1986)
73
(+3 from 1986)
0.00389
19861669
(-224 from 1985)
70
(-16 from 1985)
0.00379
19851445
(-139 from 1984)
86
(-8 from 1984)
0.00466
19841306
(-269 from 1983)
94
(-41 from 1983)
0.00521
19831037
(+248 from 1982)
135
(+36 from 1982)
0.00754
19821285
(-183 from 1981)
99
(-27 from 1981)
0.00546
19811102
(-181 from 1980)
126
(-36 from 1980)
0.00704
1980921
(+214 from 1979)
162
(+44 from 1979)
0.00910
19791135
(-225 from 1978)
118
(-38 from 1978)
0.00685
1978910
(+321 from 1977)
156
(+58 from 1977)
0.00949
19771231
(+2056 from 1976)
98
(+77 from 1976)
0.00596
19763287
(+116 from 1975)
21
(+1 from 1975)
0.00134
19753403
(-191 from 1974)
20
(-1 from 1974)
0.00128
19743212
(+943 from 1973)
21
(+7 from 1973)
0.00134
19734155
(-750 from 1972)
14
(-4 from 1972)
0.00090
19723405
(-863 from 1971)
18
(-11 from 1971)
0.00112
19712542
(+396 from 1970)
29
(+6 from 1970)
0.00165
19702938
(+164 from 1969)
23
(+4 from 1969)
0.00126
19693102
(-472 from 1968)
19
(-4 from 1968)
0.00108
19682630
(-649 from 1967)
23
(-12 from 1967)
0.00135
19671981
(+376 from 1966)
35
(+9 from 1966)
0.00204
19662357
(-247 from 1965)
26
(-5 from 1965)
0.00148
19652110
(+642 from 1964)
31
(+10 from 1964)
0.00170
19642752
(-209 from 1963)
21
(-2 from 1963)
0.00107
19632543
(+198 from 1962)
23
(+3 from 1962)
0.00116
19622741
(+320 from 1961)
20
(+3 from 1961)
0.00099
19613061
(+3328 from 1960)
17
(+12 from 1960)
0.00082
19606389
(-1181 from 1955)
5
(-1 from 1955)
0.00024
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19555208
(+544 from 1954)
6
(+1 from 1954)
0.00030
19545752
(-452 from 1950)
5
No change from 1950
0.00025
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19505300
(-1065 from 1949)
5
(-2 from 1949)
0.00028
19494235
First SSA data recorded
7
First SSA data recorded
0.00040
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19340
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0
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0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Leia

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1412021#1142022#922023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2442021#2242022#1782023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1922021#2182022#1342023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2942021#2952022#2122023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2562021#3152022#1712023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4992021#3312022#3912023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#4422021#3002022#2762023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1792021#1772022#1602023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3412021#2992022#3252023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3412021#2492022#3062023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#4752021#3312022#2532023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#3822021#4242022#2632023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3272021#2762022#2032023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#4552021#2282022#1852023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#3542021#4202022#2482023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#7352021#4382022#3492023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3262021#3292022#3332023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#382021#292022#432023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3852021#2852022#2952023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#4142021#5332022#3162023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1422021#1002022#1672023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#6492021#3282022#3152023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#7022021#4552022#3742023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3602021#3562022#2452023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#4182021#9242022#5422023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#3392021#3832022#2342023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#6272021#3932022#5952023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2362021#2912022#3312023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#6082021#3482022#5072023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#6052021#6002022#4082023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#3692021#2382022#5392023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2832021#4062022#3462023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3042021#1812022#1262023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#6622021#7262022#4452023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2482020#5512021#3182023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#5472021#5512022#6342023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3952018#4742019#3772023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2622019#3602020#2832023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#5342015#4142018#3762023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2322017#4192019#3052023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2112020#1622022#1162023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1922017#1752022

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1752023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1992022

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2492020

Popularity Rankings for Leia in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#342021#352022#302023

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#1082021#1632022#772023

Popularity in Russia (Moscow)

Russia (Moscow) flagRussia (Moscow)#1052022#992023#1122024

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#2422021#2252022#1942023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2072021#2632022#2782023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#2412020#2072021#2962022

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#3392021#2482022#2502023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3722021#4112022#2632023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#2982021#3052022#2642023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#3922020#2892021#2992022

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#3632021#3042022#4042023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#3322020#3922022#3622023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#3822019#3822020#4072021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Leia a Name for Boys or Girls?

The name Leia is most often given to girls. Its origins and meanings, reflecting qualities like delicacy and beauty, align with feminine traits.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Leia

Leia in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Leia Tania do Bastião Dongue (Basketball Player, born 1991): A Mozambican basketball player signed by Primeiro de Agosto and noted for her impressive skills on the court.
  • Leia Sfez (Model, born 1980): A French model and influencer celebrated for her fashion sense and presence in the fashion industry.
  • Leia Immanuel (Instagram Star, born 2002): A young American Instagram star known for her engaging content and large following.
  • Leia Monroe (Instagram Star, born 2013): An American child Instagram star who captivates audiences with her charming posts.
  • Leia Freitas (Actress, born 1981): A Brazilian TV actress with a notable career in Brazilian television.
  • Leia Meow (Wrestler, born 1973): A Korean-American former professional wrestler who competed under the name Leia Meow in World Championship Wrestling.
  • Leia Bell (Daughter of Musicians, born 2000): Daughter of musicians Andy Bell and Idha Övelius, recognized within musical circles.
  • Princess Leia ("Star Wars," 1977 Film Series): A leader in the Rebel Alliance and one of the main characters in the epic space saga.
  • Leia Organa ("Star Wars: The Force Awakens," 2015 Film): Continues her role as a leader, now General Leia, in the Resistance against the First Order.
  • "Leia: Princess of Alderaan" (2017 Novel): Chronicles the adventures and challenges faced by young Leia as she prepares for her role in the Rebel Alliance.
  • "Leia's Theme" (1977 Song): A musical piece composed by John Williams for the "Star Wars" soundtrack, celebrating her character.
  • "Leia and the Jedi" (2020 Comic Series): Follows her journey as she discovers her Force abilities and connections to the Jedi.
  • "Leia's Adventures" (2018 Children's Book): A storybook that introduces young readers to the brave and intelligent Princess.
  • "Leia's Mission" (2016 Video Game): A playable character in a mission to save the galaxy in the "Star Wars: Battlefront" game series.
  • Santa Leia Village (São Paulo, Brazil): A village in the state of São Paulo, known for its small community and agricultural activities.
  • Vila Leia Neighborhood (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil): A neighborhood in the western part of Rio de Janeiro, offering residential housing and local markets.
  • Leia Suburb (Nairobi, Kenya): A suburb in Nairobi, providing a blend of urban and suburban living with various amenities.
  • Leia Bay (Chios, Greece): A coastal bay on the island of Chios, featuring beautiful beaches and clear waters.
  • Leia River (Minas Gerais, Brazil): A river in Minas Gerais, contributing to the region's rich natural resources and biodiversity.
  • Leia Park (Lisbon, Portugal): A public park in Lisbon, offering recreational facilities and green spaces for locals and tourists.

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