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Lia

Lia is a feminine given name. In the Spanish-speaking world, it is accented Lía. In English-speaking countries, the name may be a variant of Leah or Lea. Lia may be a diminutive of various names including Julia, Cecilia, Amelia, Talia, Cornelia, Ophelia, Rosalia / Roselia, Natalia, Aurelia, Adalia / Adelia, Ailia, Apulia, Alia / Aleah. In Hebrew, the name means to me, God and is also the Israeli version of the English pronunciation of Leah or Lea. It can also be a surname.

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Meaning

Lia is a feminine given name. In the Spanish-speaking world, it is accented Lía. In English-speaking

Snapshot

A girl name with 1 syllables. Currently considered rare.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Lia has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Lia is a feminine given name with Hebrew origins, often interpreted as meaning "weary" or "tired." In the Spanish-speaking world, it is accented Lía. In English-speaking countries, it is a simple and elegant name that has seen a rise in popularity in recent decades, appreciated for its short and sweet sound.

Famous Namesakes

Lia Bitencourt, Lia van der Linden, Lia Wälti, Lia van Rijckevorsel

Nicknames & Variations

Lial, Lia-bug

AI Cultural Insight

Deep dive into history & etymology

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