Léa
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Hebrew, Babylonian, Dutch, Swiss
Meaning:"Weary, tired; Cow"
"Léa is a feminine name and a French variant of Leah that is found in several languages. Particularly popular among Dutch speakers and the Swiss, Léa translates to ""weary"" and ""tired"" in Hebrew, and ""cow"" in Akkadian, a Babylonian language. Though these definitions may seem unrelated and not exactly inspiring, your Léa will see them as motivation to approach life with enthusiasm and excitement. This moniker may also remind you of Leah, the wife of Jacob in the Hebrew Bible. The accent in Léa's second letter changes its pronunciation somewhat, from 'lee-ah' to 'lay-ah.' Whether you're coaxing them awake after a long nap or cheering them on in a crowd, you'll love saying the name Léa aloud."
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Behind the Name, Léa, February 2019
Behind the Name, Leah, October 2024
Name Doctor, Léa (1)
WordSense Dictionary, Léa
Switzerland Federal Statistical Office, First names of newborns
Behind the Name, Léa, Popularity
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