How Many People Are Named Lipa?
Complete statistics for the name Lipa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lipa means 'leaf' in Sanskrit and is incredibly rare, with only 1,173 people bearing this name in the US, making up just 1 in 281,424 Americans. The majority, 86%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 2 symbolizes balance and harmony.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 17All 1,197 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
📜 Lipa Through the Generations
With its roots in Sanskrit, Lipa has seen a surge in popularity, particularly among younger generations. In 2024, it peaked with 66 births, marking a significant rise in usage. Today, most people named Lipa are under 30, with 1,035 individuals falling into this category, indicating that it's a name increasingly favored by new parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lipa's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Lipa
How Many People Have the Name Lipa?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 597 people in the United States currently share the name Lipa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 555,191 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lipa a Common or Rare Name?
Lipa 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 Lipa Mean?
Lipa means "leaf" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lipa in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Lipa Most Popular?
The name Lipa reached peak popularity in 2024, with 66 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 Lipa?
Approximately 597 people named Lipa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 597. That works out to roughly 1 in 555,191 Americans.
Is Lipa a rare name?
Lipa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 555,191 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lipa mean?
Lipa means "leaf" and comes from Sanskrit origins.
Is Lipa more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Lipa are male and 0% are female.
When was Lipa most popular?
Lipa peaked in 2024 with 66 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.