Leaf

Q: How popular is the name Leaf?

Leaf is ranked #29588 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ l-EEF ]

Boy Name #29,588 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Leaf is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-EEF.

Parents who love the name Leaf often also consider Dwright, Elbin, Dedric .

Popularity Over Time

#29,588

Current Rank

Peaked 1976 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #29,588
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Leandro #500 Leander #1751 Leam #3021

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leaf

Is Leaf a boy or girl name?

Leaf is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Leaf?

Leaf is pronounced l-EEF.

How popular is the name Leaf?

Leaf is currently ranked #29588 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Leaf a common or rare name?

Leaf is an uncommon name, ranked #29588 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Leaf

Leaf is a boy name .

Leaf is currently ranked #29,588 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Leaf include Leandro, Leander, Leam . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.