Leia
girl name#297 in 2025Leia entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #211 in 2023, ranks #297 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1949–2025
#297
rank today
#211
peak (2023)
1,033
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4235 |
| 1950s | #5421 |
| 1960s | #2967 |
| 1970s | #2622 |
| 1980s | #1429 |
| 1990s | #1950 |
| 2000s | #1179 |
| 2010s | #500 |
| 2020s | #274 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leia has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Leia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leia is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leia in 2025?
- Leia ranks #297 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,033 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leia most popular?
- Leia peaked in 2023, reaching #211 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Leia with classmates?
- Leia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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