Leah
boy nameLeah entered the US charts in 1962, peaked at #2426 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1962–2025
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rank today
#2426
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3637 |
| 1970s | #3833 |
| 1980s | #3175 |
| 1990s | #7532 |
| 2000s | #8229 |
| 2010s | #9417 |
| 2020s | #9183 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Leah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leah alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leah in 2025?
- Leah is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Leah most popular?
- Leah peaked in 1982, reaching #2426 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Leah with classmates?
- Leah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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