girl name
Leah
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#58 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Leah in the US, 1880–2025
Leah first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2009, when 6,790 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,880.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Leah a boy or a girl name?
Leah is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Leah?
In 2025, Leah ranked #58 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Leah most popular?
Leah was most popular in 2009, when about 6,790 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.