How popular is the name Leigh in 2025?

Leigh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Leigh most popular?

Leigh peaked in 1955, reaching #654 among US boy names.

Leigh will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Leigh entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #654 in 1955, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#654

peak (1955)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 3,200 people named Leigh are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Leigh alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Leigh in 2025?: Leigh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Leigh most popular?: Leigh peaked in 1955, reaching #654 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Leigh with classmates?: Leigh will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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