Leith
Leith is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Broad river or flowing water.
Origin and history
Leith is a Scottish name derived from the River Leith, which flows through Edinburgh into the Firth of Forth. It functions both as a geographic surname and a given name. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
659 babies in the United States have been named Leith since 1880. It ranks #4017 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1852.
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 22 |
| 1930-1940 | 11 |
| 1940-1950 | 7 |
| 1950-1960 | 30 |
| 1960-1970 | 59 |
| 1970-1980 | 90 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 82 |
| 2000-2010 | 80 |
| 2010-2019 | 106 |
| 2020-2029 | 75 |
Famous people named Leith
- Leith Stevens: Composer, Conductor
Fun facts
- Leith is historically famous as the main port district of Edinburgh, Scotland, located at the mouth of the Water of Leith.
- The name stems from the Scottish Gaelic word 'lìte', meaning dampness or river.