Leigha

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Leigha Pronunciation

Leigha is pronounced LEE-ah /ˈli.ɑ/High

Meaning: -a spelling blending Leah ('weary', Hebrew) and Leigh ('meadow', Old English); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Soft and elegant: Leigha blends Leah — 'weary' — with Leigh, 'meadow'. Gentle, classic, and pretty.

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Origin MediumHebrew, English

Meaning-a spelling blending Leah ('weary', Hebrew) and Leigh ('meadow', Old English); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4415 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births32 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2011

Total births (all-time)≈ 6,556

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Leigha is an -a spelling blending Leah — Hebrew, possibly 'weary' or 'wild cow' — with Leigh, Old English 'meadow, clearing' (routes layered, which we note). A gentle, elegant name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, weary-or-meadow at the root, and pretty.

Did you know? Leigha braids Leah (Hebrew, possibly 'weary' or 'wild cow') with Leigh (Old English 'meadow') — a soft, modern spelling of the gentle name.

Overall data confidence 65%

Behind the Name — Leah — routes layered

Variations

LeahLeighLia

Nicknames

Lee

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Leah— the Hebrew name

Leigh— the 'meadow' name

Lia— a fellow soft spelling

Lea— a companion spelling

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Leigha?

Leigha is pronounced LEE-ah (/ˈli.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Leigha said aloud.

How do you say Leigha?

Leigha is said LEE-ah (/ˈli.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Leigha said aloud.

What does the name Leigha mean?

Leigha blends Leah ('weary') and Leigh ('meadow'); the routes are layered.

Is Leigha a boy or girl name?

Leigha is a girl's name.

How popular is Leigha?

Leigha is a rare spelling in the U.S.