What Does the Name Leah Mean
The name Leah comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Leah below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Leah Name Meaning
English, Hebrew, Biblical, Biblical HebrewFrom the Hebrew name לֵאָה (Le'ah) which was probably derived from the Hebrew word לְאָה (le'ah) meaning "weary". Alternatively it might derive from a Chaldean name meaning...
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