Le
Le is a boy's name of Chinese origin.
Meaning
Joy, happiness, or gladness.
Origin and history
Le is a concise name with roots in both Chinese and Vietnamese naming traditions, often used as a standalone given name or part of a compound name. In Chinese contexts, it typically derives from roots meaning happiness or joy. It has seen modest historical usage as a given name for boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
775 babies in the United States have been named Le since 1880. It ranks #3901 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 80 |
| 1920-1930 | 114 |
| 1930-1940 | 51 |
| 1940-1950 | 53 |
| 1950-1960 | 68 |
| 1960-1970 | 50 |
| 1970-1980 | 72 |
| 1980-1990 | 106 |
| 1990-2000 | 126 |
| 2000-2010 | 42 |
| 2010-2019 | 7 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- While commonly recognized as a surname in East and Southeast Asia, Le also functions as a concise standalone given name meaning joy or happiness.