Leafy

Pronunciation: [ l-EEF-ee ]

Leafy is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,221 in the US, popular nicknames include Lea, Ley, and Leaie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Leafy is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EEF-ee.

Parents who love the name Leafy often also consider Maranda, Ovie, Edwina .

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Historical Record

Leafy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 5 babies have been named Leafy in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Leafy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,221 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#71,221
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#71,221
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Lea Ley Leaie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leafy

Is Leafy a boy or girl name?
Leafy is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Leafy?
Leafy is pronounced l-EEF-ee.
How popular is the name Leafy?
Leafy is currently ranked #71221 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Leafy?
Common nicknames for Leafy include Lea, Ley, and Leaie.
Is Leafy a common or rare name?
Leafy is an uncommon name, ranked #71221 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Leafy?
Leafy pairs well with Maranda, Ovie, Edwina, Else in style and sound.

About the Name Leafy

Leafy is a girl name .

Leafy is currently ranked #71,221 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Leafy include Lea, Ley, and Leaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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