Leal
Pronunciation: [ l-EEL ]
Leal is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,388 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Leal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 23 babies have been named Leal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,388 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,388
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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Leal is also used as a boy name, ranked #38592.
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About the Name Leal
Leal is a girl name .
Is Leal a boy or girl name? Leal is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #16,388 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #38,592. Leal is more commonly used as a girl name.
Leal is currently ranked #16,388 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Leal include Leah, Lea, Leanna, Leana, Leanne . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis