Hebrew Origin

Leisa

A variation of Leah or Lisa, Leisa blends Hebrew 'weary' or 'delicate' (Leah) with a contemporary American spelling twist. Popular in the 1970s-80s, this name offers a familiar sound with a slightly individualized spelling, appealing to parents wanting something recognizable yet personalized.

Leisa is a girl's name of Hebrew origin. A variation of Leah or Lisa, Leisa blends Hebrew 'weary' or 'delicate' (Leah) with a contemporary American spelling twist. Popular in the 1970s-80s, this name offers a familiar sound with a slightly individualized spelling, appealing to parents wanting something recognizable yet personalized.

Part of the 1970s-80s trend of adding 'a' suffixes to classic names like Lisa.

Origin & Etymology

The name Leisa has roots in the Hebrew language tradition. It derives from elements meaning “a variation of Leah or Lisa, Leisa blends Hebrew 'weary' or 'delicate' (Leah) with a contemporary American spelling twist”.

Cultural context: Part of the 1970s-80s trend of adding 'a' suffixes to classic names like Lisa.

As a girl's name, Leisa carries the character of its Hebrew heritage while remaining a distinctive and uncommon choice for parents seeking something unique.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Leisa mean?

Leisa means "A variation of Leah or Lisa, Leisa blends Hebrew 'weary' or 'delicate' (Leah) with a contemporary American spelling twist. Popular in the 1970s-80s, this name offers a familiar sound with a slightly individualized spelling, appealing to parents wanting something recognizable yet personalized.", and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Leisa a girl name?

Leisa is primarily used as a girl's name.

What is the origin of the name Leisa?

Leisa is of Hebrew origin. Part of the 1970s-80s trend of adding 'a' suffixes to classic names like Lisa.

Quick Facts
Gender

Girl

Syllables

3

Origin

Hebrew

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