Leora
Leora is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Light to me or my light.
Origin and history
Leora is a feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'light to me' or 'my light'. It has been continuously registered in the United States since the late 19th century, remaining a gentle and classic choice. In recent years, it maintains a modest but steady presence among American parents.
Popularity in the United States
12,119 babies in the United States have been named Leora since 1880. It ranks #1465 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1350.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15.3 %)
- CA (9.1 %)
- OH (7.7 %)
- PA (7 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 288 |
| 1890-1900 | 528 |
| 1900-1910 | 769 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,846 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,165 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,304 |
| 1940-1950 | 828 |
| 1950-1960 | 648 |
| 1960-1970 | 468 |
| 1970-1980 | 332 |
| 1980-1990 | 402 |
| 1990-2000 | 379 |
| 2000-2010 | 523 |
| 2010-2019 | 862 |
| 2020-2029 | 777 |
Nicknames
Lee, Lea, Lori
Fun facts
- The name is composed of the Hebrew elements 'li' (to me) and 'or' (light).
- It is closely related to the modern Hebrew name Liora, which shares the exact same meaning.