Leara

“Delicate”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12997US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

243All-time births

📅 Since 191100

How to pronounce Leara

luh·AR·uh

/lə.ˈær.ə/ · stress on AR · 3 syllables

“Delicate”

English origin · Girl name

What does Leara mean and where does it come from?

Leara is a variation of the name Leira, which stems from 'liar', meaning 'delicate' or 'light' in artistic expressions. Though it is a modern creation, Leara carries a sense of femininity and grace that appeals to contemporary parents. It gained popularity starting in the late 20th century as names

Cultural significance

Leara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of delicate.

Peak popularity

Reached #1954 in 1911 — currently #12997 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Leara?

Leara works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Leara Grace

How popular is Leara right now?

Rising fast — up 3537 spots — currently #12997 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2022#12997 · Top 9.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12997	7	▲ up 3537 · +40% births
2015	#16534	5	▼ down 1477 · -17% births
2010	#15057	6	▼ down 5563 · -45% births
2005	#9494	11	▲ up 3763 · +83% births
2000	#13257	6	▲ up 296 · +20% births
1995	#13553	5	▼ down 5382
1970	#8171	5	▼ down 3379
1930	#4792	5	▼ down 173 · -17% births
1925	#4619	6	▼ down 95 · +20% births
1915	#4524	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Leara

Best Year1915Rank #4524

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10300

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202210 years

The story of Leara

Leara entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 243 total births recorded, Leara remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4524 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12997 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Leara in 1911:

Mary Helen Margaret Dorothy Ruth

Leara by decade

Leara peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	26
1920s	51
1930s	11
1940s	5
1970s	5
1990s	31
2000s ★	59
2010s	55

💎Leara has only 243 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Leara?

Common

LeaLearLearieLeary

What names sound and feel like Leara?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Leara also consider these

Letara

English · A beloved name

Leaja

English · A beloved name

Leafa

English · Leaf; symbolizes nature

Leala

American · Loyalty

Keara

Irish · Little dark one

Deara

American · English

Seara

Ireland · dark, black

Ceara

Ireland · dark, black

Common questions about the name Leara

What does the name Leara mean?

Leara means "Delicate" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Leara?

Leara is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Leara have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Leara?

Leara originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Leara?

Leara is a three-syllable name pronounced L AH0 AE1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Leara?

Leara pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.