Leyre

“Leyre is a name of Basque origin, popular in Spain, especially in the region of Navarra” — Associated with the Leyre Abbey

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1892US 2023

308Births / yr

→Stable

25All-time births

📅 Since 201400

How to pronounce Leyre

LAY·RAY

/ˈleɪ.ˈreɪ/ · stress on LAY · 2 syllables

“Leyre is a name of Basque origin, popular in Spain, especially in the region of Navarra”

Associated with the Leyre Abbey · Spain origin

What does Leyre mean and where does it come from?

Leyre is a name of Basque origin, popular in Spain, especially in the region of Navarra. It is associated with the Leyre Abbey, which is a significant religious site. The name has gained popularity for its melodic sound and cultural significance. It is also seen as a modern yet traditional name, app

Cultural significance

Leyre has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.

Peak popularity

Reached #8427 in 2015 — currently #1892 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Leyre?

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

Leyre Grace

How popular is Leyre right now?

Holding steady — currently #1892 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#1892 · Top 1.4%

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1892	308	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1897	288	▲ up 5 · +12% births
2021	#1902	258	▲ up 6525 · +1743% births
2015	#8427	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Leyre

Best Year2023Rank #1892

Peak Count308

Average Rank#3530

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Leyre

Leyre is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2014. With 25 total births recorded, Leyre remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8427 in 2015 to #1892 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Leyre in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

💎Leyre has only 25 total recorded births since 2014 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Leyre?

Common

LeyLe

What names sound and feel like Leyre?

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

Leire

Spain · from the Basque

Feyre

Invented Name · Beautiful, radiant.

Leyra

Spain · The name Leyra

Freyre

French · A French name

Leydi

Spain · lady

Leyda

Spain · A variant form

Dzyre

American · Desired or longed

Desyre

American · English

Common questions about the name Leyre

What does the name Leyre mean?

Leyre means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Leyre?

Leyre is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Leyre?

Leyre originates from Spain tradition. Spain 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 Leyre?

Leyre is a two-syllable name pronounced L EY1 R EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Leyre a common or rare name?

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