Holding steady.
Popularity of Leafy since 1887
Babies named Leafy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 74 |
| 1900s | 32 |
| 1910s | 57 |
| 1920s | 24 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Leafy is a rare and delicate name with a brief historical footprint. First recorded in 1887, it saw its peak year in 1894, though even then the number of births was extremely small. The name has maintained a stable, minimal presence over the decades, with no significant resurgence. Its top states of usage are not recorded, indicating its usage was scattered. As a name that never broke into widespread popularity, Leafy remains a true rarity. Its uncertain etymology adds to its mystique, possibly as a floral or diminutive coinage of the late Victorian era.
Leafy is a rare given name that appears in late 19th-century U.S. records, possibly a pet form of Leah (Hebrew 'weary') or an ornamental nature name derived from the English word 'leaf'. Its usage has been minimal and sporadic, with a slight spike in the 1890s.
Sibling names for Leafy
Names that share Leafy's style, for a brother or sister.
