Leif
Pronunciation: [ l-EEF ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Leif first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 5 babies have been named Leif in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leif is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,266 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,266
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Leif is also used as a boy name, ranked #926.
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About the Name Leif
Leif is a girl name .
Is Leif a boy or girl name? Leif is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #46,266 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #926. Leif is more commonly used as a boy name.
Leif is currently ranked #46,266 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Leif include Leilani, Leila, Leia, Leighton, Leilany . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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