Possibly weary or grieved; the original Hebrew etymology is uncertain
Girl
Leah
Possibly weary
Meaning
Leah is an ancient feminine name from Hebrew tradition and is widely recognized through the biblical account of Jacob, Rachel, and Leah in the Book of Genesis. The name's exact etymology is uncertain. One common explanation connects it with a Hebrew word meaning weary or grieved, while another theory compares it with an Akkadian word associated with a cow. Neither interpretation is completely settled. Leah has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and later became established among English-speaking Christians. Its concise spelling and gentle pronunciation have helped it remain popular across cultures. At Baby Name Care, Leah is presented as a biblical classic with a long history and an important place in Jewish and Christian tradition.
Origin & Background
The name Leah is associated with Hebrew biblical name לֵאָה (Le'ah), Hebrew, Old Testament tradition: Leah is the first wife of Jacob, Biblical, International usage.
Cultural / Religious associations
Pronunciation
LEE-uh
/ˈliː.ə/
Numerology
Pythagorean
8
Chaldean
5
Lucky Number
8
Name Style
Variations
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