Leia

greekenglishGirl★★★★☆ Popular

Origin and Meaning

The name Leia is a girl's name of greek and english origin meaning “child of heaven”.

Thanks to Star Wars, Leia is a name infused with pop culture charisma. Originally of Greek origin, it means 'child of heaven', which lends an ethereal quality to its sound. Princess Leia, the iconic character played by Carrie Fisher, undoubtedly contributed to its popularity, making it an aspirational choice for fans of the series. Leia is sweet, strong, and modern, yet retains a classic charm. Variations like Leah or Layla offer different flavors while maintaining the name's lovely essence.

At a Glance

Origingreek, english
GenderGirl
Meaningchild of heaven
Popularity★★★★☆ (7/10)
Syllables2
Starts withL
Stylesfictional, popular

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