How Many People Are Named Le?

Complete statistics for the name Le: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Le
Uncommon
modern American coinage

Le is a very rare female name, with only 1,229 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 268,619 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1982 with 49 births, but it's now experiencing a resurgence among modern parents.

~138,532
Living in US
1 in 2,393
Americans
1982
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Creative variant of Lea
🌐
Origin
modern American coinage
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Innovative Thoughtful Determined
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,136,768
Worldwide Bearers
#740
Global Rank
🇨🇳 China
734,182
🇻🇳 Vietnam
352,102
🇺🇸 United States
15,626
🇲🇲 Myanmar
12,338
🇨🇦 Canada
2,578
🇿🇦 South Africa
1,818
🇲🇾 Malaysia
1,685
🇮🇷 Iran
1,618
🇹🇭 Thailand
1,552
🇰🇭 Cambodia
1,348

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
457 (37%)
♀ Female
772 (63%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 59
144
Would be under 30 (9%)
808
Would be 30–60 (49%)
701
Would be over 60 (42%)

All 1,653 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1982

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
48
Modern Appeal
52
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Le Through the Generations

Le has seen a steady rise in usage since its peak in 1982, reflecting a blend of classic charm and contemporary appeal. With an average age of 59, the majority of people named Le are over 60, indicating a strong connection to older generations. However, the name's recent uptick suggests it's gaining traction among younger parents, ensuring its legacy continues into the future.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 56
Indiana 5

✨ Similar Names to Le

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Le's modern American coinage roots

📄 About the Name Le

How Many People Have the Name Le?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 138,532 people in the United States currently share the name Le. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,393 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.

Is Le a Common or Rare Name?

Le is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Le Mean?

Le means "creative variant of Lea" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Le in SSA data, approximately 37% are male and 63% are female.

When Was Le Most Popular?

The name Le reached peak popularity in 1982, with 49 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Le?

Approximately 138,532 people named Le live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 138,532. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,393 Americans.

Is Le a rare name?

Le is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,393 Americans has this name.

What does the name Le mean?

Le means "creative variant of Lea" and comes from modern American coinage origins.

Is Le more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 37% of people named Le are male and 63% are female.

When was Le most popular?

Le peaked in 1982 with 49 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US138,532
All-Time Births138,532
1 in X1 in 2,393
RarityUncommon
GenderFemale
Avg Age59
Peak Year1982
World Rank#740
Male %37%
Female %63%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.