Lelia
Lelia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Well-spoken, talkative, or belonging to the Laelius family.
Origin and history
Lelia is a feminine given name derived from the Roman family name Laelius, likely of ancient Latin origin. It was relatively common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, but is now considered a rare classic. It shares a light, melodic sound with similar names like Delia and Leila.
Popularity in the United States
15,645 babies in the United States have been named Lelia since 1880. It ranks #1243 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1930.
States where it is most popular
- VA (16.3 %)
- GA (9.4 %)
- NC (8.7 %)
- LA (7.9 %)
- AL (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 987 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,487 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,476 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,308 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,688 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,674 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,439 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,117 |
| 1960-1970 | 687 |
| 1970-1980 | 359 |
| 1980-1990 | 300 |
| 1990-2000 | 252 |
| 2000-2010 | 353 |
| 2010-2019 | 347 |
| 2020-2029 | 171 |
Famous people named Lelia
- Lelia Goldoni: actress
Fun facts
- Lelia derives from the ancient Roman family name Laelius, borne by prominent statesmen in the Roman Republic.
- The name had its highest usage in the United States around the turn of the 20th century.