Lea vs Promise

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lea

Girl #834 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"weary"

Origin: Hebrew Leah

Cultural Roots

French Italian Spanish German Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#834
Total SSA Count
324
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lea Rank #834
Promise Rank #819

Promise is more popular, ranked #819 vs #834 for Lea.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lea ___

  • Lea Marie
  • Lea Sophie
  • Lea Grace
  • Lea Victoria
  • Lea Claire
  • Lea Simone

Promise ___

  • Promise Grace
  • Promise Joy
  • Promise Faith
  • Promise Hope
  • Promise Renee
  • Promise Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lea

Mia Ines Chloe Sophie Hugo

If you choose Promise

Journey Genesis Destiny Miracle Blessing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lea or Promise more popular?

Promise is more popular, ranked #819 compared to Lea at #834 in the United States.

What do Lea and Promise mean?

Lea means "weary" (Hebrew Leah origin). Promise means "solemn commitment" (English origin).

Are Lea and Promise boy or girl names?

Lea is primarily a girl name. Promise is primarily a girl name.

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