Lya

Modern variations of biblical Leah have been cropping up for years. From Léa and Liadh to the rebellious Leia of Star Wars, they're beloved around the world. But have you met Lya? This creative respelling for baby girls is a French variant of Leah and holds plenty of meanings while being a short, sweet choice. It actually hits the top-100 popular names in Switzerland, particularly the German and French-speaking regions, and can be a great way to celebrate your family roots. Lya is rooted in French, English, and Hebrew and means "weary," "delicate," "clearing," and "meadow."

The Bump user and fellow Lya, LMK613 shares, “while I did/do have to correct some people as to how to say it, it doesnt bother me that much. I love my name. It's also a family name—my grandmother's and her grandmother’s—so that makes me love it more.” Like the resilient Leah in the Hebrew Bible, your darling Lya will be unstoppable! They'll navigate the darkest, deepest woods to the clearing, emerging stronger and wiser.