Laiyah is a modern spin on the name Leia. It comes from the Hebrew name Leah and means “weary”. Laiyah has never been in the top 1000 baby names, but it is a great alternative for parents who like the name Leia but don’t like the name’s association with the “Star Wars” films.
Meaning of the name Laiyah:
English, Greek: weary
Origin of the name Laiyah:
Laiyah is a modern English baby girl’s name that means “weary”. Laiyah is a variant spelling of the Greek name Leia and derives from the Hebrew name Leah.
Symbolism of the name Laiyah:
Laiyah comes from the Hebrew name Leah. In the Hebrew Bible, Leah was the first wife of Jacob and the older sister of Rachel.
Style of the name Laiyah:
modern
Gender of the name Laiyah:
Laiyah is a girl's name.
Pronunciation of the name Laiyah:
LAY-ə
Number of syllables in the name Laiyah:
two
Emotion evoked from the name Laiyah:
Laiyah evokes feelings of beauty and hard work.
Alternative spellings for the name Laiyah:
Laiya, Leia, Laya, Laia, Laiah, Layah
Nicknames for the name Laiyah:
Popularity of the name Laiyah:
According to the Social Security Administration, Laiyah is an uncommon baby girl’s name. Laiyah has never appeared in the top 1000 baby names list in the US.
Related names for the name Laiyah:
Great middle names for the name Laiyah and their meanings:
- Inez (pure, virginal)
- Maris (of the sea)
- Riley (rye clearing, courageous)
- Avalon (island of apples)
- Eve (life)
- Indigo (Indian dye)
- Arden (valley of the eagle, high)
- Kaia (to rejoice, sea)
- Celeste (heavenly)
Famous people with the name Laiyah:
- Laiyah Haughton (American singer)
- Laiyah Shannon Brown (American singer)
- Laiyah (American model and actress)
- Laiyah Hicks (American entrepreneur)
- Laiyah Haley (American softball player)