Girl Name · English Origin
Leia
Leia is a girl baby name of English origin, meaning "Beloved one". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Leia often also consider Lia.
Leia meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Beloved one
Origin: English naming roots help connect Leia to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Leia as L·E·I·A, with 4 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Leia is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Leia variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Leiaa, Leiae, Leiay, Lei.
- Nicknames: Leia works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Leia with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Leia middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Lia, Lee, Lewie, Lea, Leo — full picks on the sibling names for Leia guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Leia? Browse our names like Leia guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Leia
What does the name Leia mean?
Leia means "Beloved one" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Leia?
Leia originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Leia?
Leia has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Leia a boy's or girl's name?
Leia is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Leia in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Leia sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Leia?
Names that share Leia's sound and style include Lia, Lee, Lewie, Lea, Leo.
What middle names pair well with Leia?
Good middle-name fits for Leia pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Leia is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Leia is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Leia?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Leia share its rhythm without rhyming — Lia, Lee, Lewie all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.