Leib vs Itai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leib

Boy #4,744 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Yiddish/Germanic

Cultural Roots

Jewish Ashkenazi Jewish Eastern European Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,744
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Leib Rank #4,744
Itai Rank #4,710

Itai is more popular, ranked #4710 vs #4744 for Leib.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leib or Itai more popular?

Itai is more popular, ranked #4710 compared to Leib at #4744 in the United States.

What do Leib and Itai mean?

Leib means "lion" (Yiddish/Germanic origin). Itai means "God is with me" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leib and Itai boy or girl names?

Leib is primarily a boy name. Itai is primarily a boy name.

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