Leeza

“God is my oath”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14484US 2021

6Births / yr

↓Falling

862All-time births

📅 Since 195600.01% of births at peak

What does Leeza mean and where does it come from?

Leeza is often a diminutive of Elizabeth, deriving from the Hebrew 'אֵלִישֶׁבַע' (Elisheva), which means 'my God is an oath' or 'God's promise'. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in the United States, due to cultural influences and notable figures. One of the most famous peo

Cultural significance

Leeza has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my oath.

Peak popularity

Reached #1472 in 1994 — currently #14484 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Leeza?

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

Leeza Grace

How popular is Leeza right now?

Falling — down 809 spots — currently #14484 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2021#14484 · Top 11%

1985

1990

1995

2000

2005

2010

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#14484	6	▼ down 809 · -14% births
2010	#13675	7	▲ up 3184 · +40% births
2005	#16859	5	▼ down 12534 · -82% births
2000	#4325	28	▼ down 2331 · -59% births
1995	#1994	69	▲ up 1198 · +97% births
1990	#3192	35	▲ up 2298 · +169% births
1985	#5490	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Leeza

Best Year1995Rank #1994

Peak Count69

Average Rank#8574

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20217 years

The story of Leeza

Leeza entered American naming records in 1956 and has been in use for over 68 years. With 862 total births recorded, Leeza remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5490 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14484 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Leeza in 1994:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

Leeza by decade

Leeza peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	10
1960s	34
1970s	18
1980s	116
1990s ★	529
2000s	115
2010s	40

💎Leeza has only 862 total recorded births since 1956 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Leeza?

Common

LeeLeezLeezieLeezy

What names sound and feel like Leeza?

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

Leea

American · meadow, delicate

Leesa

American · Variant of Lisa

Leeya

Hebrew · delicate, tender

Leza

English · God is my

Breeza

American · variation of 'breeze,'

Leiza

Spanish · Spanish

Lenea

American · Derived from the

Sheza

American · a variation of

Common questions about the name Leeza

What does the name Leeza mean?

Leeza means "God is my oath" — 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 Leeza?

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

What is the cultural origin of Leeza?

Leeza 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.

Is Leeza trending right now?

Leeza is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Leeza a common or rare name?

Leeza is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.