Leif
Leif: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Leif?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 9,997 boys in the U.S. have been named Leif (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11330 in 1981. Its highest rank for boys was #638 in 1979. In 2025 it ranked #917 for boys, with 257 babies given the name.
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Leif FAQ
How popular is the name Leif?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 9,997 boys in the U.S. have been named Leif (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11330 in 1981. Its highest rank for boys was #638 in 1979. In 2025 it ranked #917 for boys, with 257 babies given the name.
Is Leif a boy or girl name?
Leif is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 5 girls and 9,997 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).