Leota
Leota is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Of the people; folk.
Origin and history
Leota is a feminine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning 'people' or 'folk'. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is a rare traditional name with vintage charm.
Popularity in the United States
10,447 babies in the United States have been named Leota since 1880. It ranks #1590 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2069.
States where it is most popular
- OK (11.9 %)
- MO (9.8 %)
- OH (8.8 %)
- IL (8.7 %)
- KS (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 370 |
| 1890-1900 | 728 |
| 1900-1910 | 897 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,478 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,731 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,622 |
| 1940-1950 | 871 |
| 1950-1960 | 370 |
| 1960-1970 | 182 |
| 1970-1980 | 97 |
| 1980-1990 | 29 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 30 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Famous people named Leota
- Leota Lane: Singer, Actress
Fun facts
- Leota was most commonly used in the United States between 1890 and 1920, placing it in the same vintage era as Hazel and Clara.
- The name is famous pop-culture-wise via Madame Leota, the disembodied spirit in Disney's Haunted Mansion attraction.