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Leeah

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Pronounced LEE-ah /ˈli.ə/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Leah — from Hebrew Le'ah, 'weary; delicate' (also linked to 'a wild cow' and 'meadow')Low

In 30 seconds: Weary; delicate: Leeah spells Leah. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'LEE-ah').
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningA spelling of Leah — from Hebrew Le'ah, 'weary; delicate' (also linked to 'a wild cow' and 'meadow')
U.S. rank (2024)#7781 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2012
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,320

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201219772024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Leeah is a spelling of Leah — from Hebrew Le'ah, 'weary; delicate' (also linked to 'a wild cow' and 'meadow'; the first wife of Jacob in Genesis). A lyrical, classic name (said 'LEE-ah').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Leah. Rare in this form, weary-and-delicate at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Leah comes from Hebrew Le'ah, 'weary; delicate' (the first wife of Jacob) — Leeah is a spelling, lyrical and classic (said 'LEE-ah').
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Leah — Hebrew etymology

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Leeah mean?

Leeah spells Leah — Hebrew 'weary; delicate'.

How do you pronounce Leeah?

It's said LEE-ah /ˈli.ə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Leeah a boy or girl name?

Leeah is a girl's name.

How popular is Leeah?

Leeah is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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