Rising since 1990, #2,583 for girls today.
Popularity of Liba since 1956
Babies named Liba per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 66 |
| 1990s | 104 |
| 2000s | 183 |
| 2010s | 356 |
| 2020s | 323 |
Meaning & origin
Liba is a Yiddish name meaning 'dear' or 'beloved,' used primarily in Jewish communities. First recorded in U.S. data in 1956, it remained rare for decades but has been rising since 1990. In 2025, it reached its peak rank of 2583, with 1 in 23,989 baby girls receiving the name. The name is most common in New York and New Jersey, reflecting its strong roots in Orthodox Jewish populations. Its gentle sound and heartfelt meaning give it a distinctive charm while remaining true to its cultural origins.
Liba derives from the Yiddish word ליבע (libe), meaning 'love' or 'dear'. It is used as a term of endearment and has been adopted as a feminine given name, primarily in Jewish communities. The name shares roots with the Hebrew word for 'heart' (lev), though it is directly from Yiddish rather than Hebrew.
Where Liba is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Liba” around the world
Where Liba lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Libby, Bee
Sibling names for Liba
Names that share Liba's style, for a brother or sister.
