What does Leea mean and where does it come from?
Leea is a variant spelling of the name Lea, which has Hebrew origins (לֵאָה). It means 'meadow' or 'delicate.' The name has a long history, being biblical in nature and associated with the wife of Jacob in the Old Testament. It is popular in English-speaking countries, especially in the U.S. as a fe
Cultural significance
Leea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of meadow, delicate.
Peak popularity
Reached #4190 in 1965 — currently #14564 in the US.
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Leea works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Leea Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Leea Rose
Floral · soft ending
Leea Claire
French influence · crisp
Leea Jane
Literary · strong
Leea Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Leea right now?
Falling — down 82 spots — currently #14564 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2022 | #14564 | 6 | ▼ down 82 |
| 2021 | #14482 | 6 | ▼ down 5930 · -54% births |
| 2015 | #8552 | 13 | ▼ down 1857 · -32% births |
| 2010 | #6695 | 19 | ▲ up 1311 · +36% births |
| 2005 | #8006 | 14 | ▼ down 3142 · -42% births |
| 2000 | #4864 | 24 | ▲ up 932 · +50% births |
| 1995 | #5796 | 16 | ▲ up 1715 · +45% births |
| 1990 | #7511 | 11 | ▼ down 2763 · -31% births |
| 1985 | #4748 | 16 | ▲ up 1379 · +45% births |
| 1980 | #6127 | 11 | ▲ up 134 · +22% births |
| 1975 | #6261 | 9 | ▲ up 535 · +29% births |
| 1970 | #6796 | 7 | ▼ down 2606 · -36% births |
| 1965 | #4190 | 11 | — |
The story of Leea
Leea is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 665 total births recorded, Leea remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4190 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14564 in 2022.
Names that peaked alongside Leea in 1965:
Leea by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1960s | 71 | |
| 1970s | 72 | |
| 1980s | 105 | |
| 1990s | 139 | |
| 2000s ★ | 169 | |
| 2010s | 109 | |
💎Leea has only 665 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Leea?
What names sound and feel like Leea?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Leea also consider these
Common questions about the name Leea
What does the name Leea mean?
Leea means "meadow, delicate" — a name rooted in American 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 Leea?
Leea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Leea have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Leea?
Leea originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Leea sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Leea flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Leea ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Leea trending right now?
Leea is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.