Leia

The name Leia is predominantly understood to mean 'weary' based on its Hebrew roots. In the Welsh context, it is often associated with the meanings 'lioness' and 'light'.

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Leia is a name of Hebrew origin and traces back to biblical times. It is derived from the Hebrew name Leah (לֵאָה), which means 'weary'. In Welsh, it can also mean 'lioness' or 'light'. It gained fame and popularity due to its association with the iconic character Princess Leia from the Star Wars franchise.

  • Popularity: 470th
  • Babies named Leia in the US in 2023:
    Female: 1421
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Lee, Lili, Lei, Lea, Ann.
  • Full Names: Leila, Leanne, Lauralea, Leonarda, Urlina.
  • Famous Namesakes: Carrie Fisher - Actress, known for portraying Princess Leia in Star Wars; Leah Remini - Actress and Activist; Lea Michele - Singer and Actress.
  • Gender: Name primarily used for females, but becoming unisex in some cultures.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Leia corresponds to the number 9. This number represents individuals who are humanitarians by nature. They are selfless, compassionate, and driven by a desire for universal brotherhood and peace.

Leia has risen in popularity, especially since the release of the Star Wars series where the character Princess Leia became a cultural icon. It is a fairly popular name for baby girls in the US, ranking in the top 200 names in recent years and continues to grow due to popular culture references.

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