Leigh

At a Glance: Name: Leigh – Meaning: dweller by a wood or clearing – Origin: English – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: LEE

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Leigh is an English name meaning "dweller by a wood or clearing," and it's used for any gender. It's pronounced simply as LEE, a short, clean sound that pairs easily with longer first or last names. If you're drawn to names with a bohemian, nature-linked feel, Leigh sits comfortably in that space.

Meaning & Origin of Leigh

Meaning: Dweller by a wood or clearing.

Origin: English.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Leigh

Phonetic: LEE   IPA: /ˈliː/

Popularity of Leigh

Leigh peaked in 1969, when it ranked #201 nationally with 1,563 babies given the name. By 2024 it had dropped to #3421, with only 46 babies named Leigh that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1882–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Leigh mean?

Dweller by a wood or clearing. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Leigh)

How do you pronounce Leigh?

Leigh is pronounced LEE (IPA: /ˈliː/).

Is Leigh a popular name right now?

Leigh peaked at #201 in 1969 and is ranked #3421 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)

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