Holding steady.
Popularity of Leocadia since 1893
Babies named Leocadia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 13 |
| 1900s | 13 |
| 1910s | 251 |
| 1920s | 335 |
| 1930s | 48 |
| 1940s | 13 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Leocadia is a rare Greek name that saw its most notable period of U.S. use in the 1910s, peaking in 1917. Though it has not ranked in the top 1000, its historical presence is tied to the early 20th century, with first recorded use in 1893. The name's trajectory has been stable but extremely low in frequency, never reaching a notable 1-in-N rate. It carries saintly associations via Saint Leocadia of Toledo, which may have influenced its adoption among Catholic families. Today it remains a distinctive choice with a melodic, four-syllable sound.
Leocadia derives from the Greek elements 'laos' (people) and 'kudos' (glory, fame), meaning 'glory of the people' or 'bright fame.' It is the feminine form of Leocadius. The name is associated with Saint Leocadia, a 4th-century Spanish martyr, which contributed to its use in Spanish-speaking regions. It saw modest usage in the United States around the early 20th century, particularly in the 1910s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lea, Cadia, Cady
Variants: Leocadia, Leocadie
Sibling names for Leocadia
Names that share Leocadia's style, for a brother or sister.
