Holding steady, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Lehi since 1973
Babies named Lehi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 28 |
| 1980s | 52 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 95 |
| 2010s | 92 |
| 2020s | 37 |
Meaning & origin
Lehi is an uncommon given name, first recorded in U.S. births in 1973. It reached its peak usage in 2005, but even then it remained rare. As of 2025, the name ranked 8243rd, with an estimated 1 in 189,786 male newborns receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no recent surge or decline. Lehi is best known as the name of a prophet in the Book of Mormon, which has influenced its use among Latter-day Saint families. However, it has not appeared in any top state rankings, indicating its use is evenly spread across the country. Despite its religious associations, the name's rarity makes it a distinctive choice.
The name Lehi is of uncertain etymology. It is most prominently known as the name of a prophet in the Book of Mormon, a scripture of the Latter-day Saint (Mormon) movement. In the biblical context, Lehi is also a place name in the Book of Judges. As a given name, it has been used primarily among Latter-day Saint families since the 19th century, but its adoption in the United States has been limited and sporadic.
Sibling names for Lehi
Names that share Lehi's style, for a brother or sister.
