Leyra
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Leyra first appeared in US Social Security records in 2020.
Over 6 babies have been named Leyra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leyra is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #25,056 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #25,056
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Leyra
Leyra is a girl name .
Leyra is currently ranked #25,056 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leyra include Ley, Leie, and Leykins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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