Lea
girl name#848 in 2025Lea entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #396 in 1970, ranks #848 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#848
rank today
#396
peak (1970)
321
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #706 |
| 1890s | #725 |
| 1900s | #765 |
| 1910s | #783 |
| 1920s | #908 |
| 1930s | #845 |
| 1940s | #753 |
| 1950s | #562 |
| 1960s | #453 |
| 1970s | #450 |
| 1980s | #523 |
| 1990s | #602 |
| 2000s | #650 |
| 2010s | #669 |
| 2020s | #795 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lea has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 30,000 people named Lea are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lea alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lea in 2025?
- Lea ranks #848 among US girl names in 2025, with 321 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lea most popular?
- Lea peaked in 1970, reaching #396 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lea with classmates?
- Lea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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