Leah Schuh

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Leah Schuh — weary
112K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Leah Schuh is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Leah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Leah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Its meaning is often deciphered as "delicate" or "weary". The name can be traced back to the Biblical matriarch Leah, one of the two wives of Jacob. This name may derive from Hebrew: לֵאָה, romanized: lē’ah, presumably cognate with Akkadian 𒀖 littu, meaning 'wild cow', from Proto-Semitic *layʾ-at- ~ laʾay-at- 'cow'. The name "Leah" also refers to the Old English word léah meaning "meadow". The word is a common component in Anglo-Saxon place names and can denote forests, clearings and fields. The surname Schuh: Anneliese Schuh-Proxauf (1922–2020), Austrian former alpine skier who competed in the 1948 Winter Olympics Audrey Schuh (born 1931), American operatic soprano Bérengère Schuh (born 1984), French athlete Christopher Schuh (born 1975), American metallurgist Dieter Schuh (born 1942), German Tibetologist, entrepreneur and politician Frederic Degraw Schuh (born 1934), American Plastic Surgeon Frederik Schuh (1875–1966), Dutch mathematician Gotthard Schuh (1897–1969), Swiss photographer and painter Harald Schuh (born 1974), Austrian politician Harry Schuh (1942–2013), American football player Jakob . Leah is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 112K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Leah reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Leah

Meaning: weary

Hebrew

Leah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Its meaning is often deciphered as "delicate" or "weary". The name can be traced back to the Biblical matriarch Leah, one of the two wives of Jacob. This name may derive from Hebrew: לֵאָה, romanized: lē’ah, presumably cognate with Akkadian 𒀖 littu, meaning 'wild cow', from Proto-Semitic *layʾ-at- ~ laʾay-at- 'cow'. The name "Leah" also refers to the Old English word léah meaning "meadow". The word is a common component in Anglo-Saxon place names and can denote forests, clearings and fields.

Surname: Schuh

French

Anneliese Schuh-Proxauf (1922–2020), Austrian former alpine skier who competed in the 1948 Winter Olympics Audrey Schuh (born 1931), American operatic soprano Bérengère Schuh (born 1984), French athlete Christopher Schuh (born 1975), American metallurgist Dieter Schuh (born 1942), German Tibetologist, entrepreneur and politician Frederic Degraw Schuh (born 1934), American Plastic Surgeon Frederik Schuh (1875–1966), Dutch mathematician Gotthard Schuh (1897–1969), Swiss photographer and painter Harald Schuh (born 1974), Austrian politician Harry Schuh (1942–2013), American football player Jakob .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Leah is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Leah by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Leah Schuh

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Leah Schuh:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Leah?
The first name Leah originates from Hebrew. Leah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Its meaning is often deciphered as "delicate" or "weary". The name can be traced back to the Biblical matriarch Leah, one of the two wives of Jacob. This name may derive from Hebrew: לֵאָה, romanized: lē’ah, presumably cognate with Akkadian 𒀖 littu, meaning 'wild cow', from Proto-Semitic *layʾ-at- ~ laʾay-at- 'cow'. The name "Leah" also refers to the Old English word léah meaning "meadow". The word is a common component in Anglo-Saxon place names and can denote forests, clearings and fields.
When was Leah most popular?
The name Leah reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Schuh?
The surname Schuh originates from French. Anneliese Schuh-Proxauf (1922–2020), Austrian former alpine skier who competed in the 1948 Winter Olympics Audrey Schuh (born 1931), American operatic soprano Bérengère Schuh (born 1984), French athlete Christopher Schuh (born 1975), American metallurgist Dieter Schuh (born 1942), German Tibetologist, entrepreneur and politician Frederic Degraw Schuh (born 1934), American Plastic Surgeon Frederik Schuh (1875–1966), Dutch mathematician Gotthard Schuh (1897–1969), Swiss photographer and painter Harald Schuh (born 1974), Austrian politician Harry Schuh (1942–2013), American football player Jakob .
What are the origins of the name Leah Schuh?
The name Leah Schuh combines two different traditions: the first name Leah has Hebrew roots, while the surname Schuh originates from French.
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