Lief
boy nameLief entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #3013 in 1973, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
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rank today
#3013
peak (1973)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3316 |
| 1950s | #3777 |
| 1960s | #3347 |
| 1970s | #3990 |
| 1980s | #5043 |
| 1990s | #7089 |
| 2000s | #10107 |
| 2010s | #9676 |
| 2020s | #8140 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Lief are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lief alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lief in 2025?
- Lief is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lief most popular?
- Lief peaked in 1973, reaching #3013 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lief with classmates?
- Lief will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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