Lei
girl name#14942 in 2025Lei entered the US charts in 1937, peaked at #2321 in 1956, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1937–2025
#14942
rank today
#2321
peak (1956)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3011 |
| 1940s | #4089 |
| 1950s | #3321 |
| 1960s | #3375 |
| 1970s | #5957 |
| 1980s | #8730 |
| 1990s | #10973 |
| 2000s | #10634 |
| 2010s | #15851 |
| 2020s | #13971 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Lei are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lei alive today was born around 1967, making them about 58 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lei in 2025?
- Lei ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lei most popular?
- Lei peaked in 1956, reaching #2321 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lei with classmates?
- Lei will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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