Liah
Liah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Weary or delicate; modern variant of Leah.
Origin and history
Liah is a modern spelling variant of the biblical name Leah, derived from Hebrew roots. It has seen increased use in the United States in recent years as a stylish, phonetic variation of classic names like Leah or Lia. The name carries a delicate and contemporary feel while retaining ancient roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,711 babies in the United States have been named Liah since 1880. It ranks #3393 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1220.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.6 %)
- TX (23.3 %)
- FL (12.9 %)
- NY (12.7 %)
- AZ (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 98 |
| 2000-2010 | 406 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,209 |
| 2020-2029 | 983 |
Fun facts
- Liah is a phonetic reinterpretation of the traditional Hebrew name Leah.
- The spelling Liah has gained most of its popularity in the United States during the 21st century.