Laith Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Laith is an Arabic name meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength and bravery. It has evolved from historical forms like 'Layth' and is commonly used in Arabic-speaking cultures. The name carries positive traits and is gaining popularity today. It has no biblical relevance.
The name Laith is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Laith has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Laith' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6193rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3702nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1892nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1172nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Laith' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Laith"
Pronunciation
/leɪθ/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Laith is derived from the Arabic word 'لَيْث', which means 'lion', symbolizing strength and bravery.
Meaning
lion
Language Evolution
لايث (Laith), ليث (Layth)
Historical Usage
Laith has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions due to its strong connotations of courage and leadership.
Variants & Derivatives
Layth, Leith
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Laith is viewed positively, often associated with qualities of strength and valor, and is increasingly popular in modern naming trends.
Famous People
Laith Al-Saadi, an American singer and musician, Laith Hakeem, a noted entrepreneur
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Laith"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Laith"
"Laith" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6193rd of 10718 | 39 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3702nd of 16616 | 225 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1892nd of 24088 | 1,075 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1172nd of 23106 | 2,003 |
Regional Popularity of "Laith" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
48.01% 3033rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.49% 1397th/4582 |
51.10% 2639th/5164 |
26.75% 1956th/7313 |
25.00% 1866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.50% 976th/3984 |
19.72% 885th/4487 |
20.39% 1391st/6822 |
18.98% 1191st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Laith" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Laith"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Laith" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.