Leatha
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Leatha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,758 babies have been named Leatha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leatha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,104 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #39,104
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Leatha
Leatha is a girl name .
Leatha is currently ranked #39,104 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leatha include Lea, Leat, Leaty, Leatie, Ley, Leie, and Leakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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