NAME PROFILE
Lea
Lea is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'delicate' or 'weary.' It carries a gentle and serene quality, often associated with nature and tranquility. The name evokes a sense of kindness and warmth, representing someone who is nurturing and compassionate.
Key Stats
| Total births | 34,468 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1970 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 23%MA — 20%CA — 20%PA — 19%TX — 19%
Notable People
Lea Michele (Actress, *Glee*) · Lea Salonga (Singer, Tony Award-winning actress) · Lea Thompson (Actress, *Back to the Future*) · Lea Seydoux (Actress, *Blue Is the Warmest Color*) · Lea DeLaria (Comedian, *Orange Is the New Black*)
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