How Many People Are Named Leya?
Complete statistics for the name Leya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Leya is a very rare female name, with only 1,599 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 206,400 Americans. The majority of Leyas are under 30, giving it a genuinely modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life-path number 7 are known for their deep introspection and quest for knowledge.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 18All 1,619 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: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Leya Through the Generations
Leya has seen a notable rise in popularity, especially since its peak year in 2024 with 79 births. Today, the average Leya is 18 years old, with 1,335 under-30 and 284 aged between 30 and 60. This name's youthful skew suggests it's embraced by younger parents looking for a fresh, contemporary choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Leya's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Leya
How Many People Have the Name Leya?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 130 people in the United States currently share the name Leya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,549,610 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Leya a Common or Rare Name?
Leya is classified as Very Rare. 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 Leya Mean?
Leya means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Leya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Leya Most Popular?
The name Leya reached peak popularity in 2024, with 79 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 Leya?
Approximately 130 people named Leya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 130. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,549,610 Americans.
Is Leya a rare name?
Leya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,549,610 Americans has this name.
What does the name Leya mean?
Leya means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Leya more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Leya are male and 100% are female.
When was Leya most popular?
Leya peaked in 2024 with 79 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.