Leigh
girl name#4460 in 2025Leigh entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #201 in 1969, ranks #4460 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#4460
rank today
#201
peak (1969)
31
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3482 |
| 1920s | #3137 |
| 1930s | #2499 |
| 1940s | #1025 |
| 1950s | #487 |
| 1960s | #276 |
| 1970s | #233 |
| 1980s | #301 |
| 1990s | #814 |
| 2000s | #2450 |
| 2010s | #3212 |
| 2020s | #3665 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leigh has been most popular in TX, CA, PA.
Living bearers
About 37,000 people named Leigh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leigh alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leigh in 2025?
- Leigh ranks #4460 among US girl names in 2025, with 31 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leigh most popular?
- Leigh peaked in 1969, reaching #201 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Leigh with classmates?
- Leigh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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