Leihum
An invented name potentially suggesting "lovely" or "delightful" meanings.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Leihum. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Leihum today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Leihum births was 2013 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Leihum. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Leihum. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
2013
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#13,249
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Leihum: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Leihum by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Leihum during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Leihum
The name Leihum has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, dating back to the 3rd millennium BCE. It is believed to be derived from the words "lei," meaning "to endure," and "hum," meaning "strength" or "vigor." Together, the name Leihum can be interpreted as "enduring strength" or "lasting vigor."
One of the earliest known references to the name Leihum can be found in the Sumerian cuneiform tablets, which documented various aspects of life during that era. These ancient records suggest that Leihum was a name given to individuals who displayed exceptional resilience and fortitude, qualities highly valued in the harsh and demanding environment of ancient Mesopotamia.
In the centuries that followed, the name Leihum appeared to have spread across various cultures and civilizations that had interactions with the Sumerians. It is possible that the name was adopted and adapted by other ancient peoples, leading to slight variations in its spelling and pronunciation.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Leihum was a renowned Sumerian warrior who lived during the 22nd century BCE. While historical accounts are scarce, legends depict him as a fearless and indomitable fighter, whose exploits on the battlefield earned him great respect and admiration among his peers.
During the 7th century BCE, a renowned Babylonian scholar named Leihum is said to have made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and mathematics. His works, preserved on clay tablets, were instrumental in advancing the understanding of celestial bodies and their movements.
In the 4th century BCE, a Greek philosopher named Leihum is mentioned in the writings of Plato. While little is known about his life, Plato's references suggest that Leihum was a respected thinker and scholar of his time, known for his insightful teachings on virtue and ethics.
Fast-forwarding to the 12th century CE, a renowned Islamic physician and scholar named Leihum al-Andalusi made significant contributions to the field of medicine. His treatises on various medical conditions and their treatments were widely studied and influential during the golden age of Islamic science.
In the 16th century, a Spanish explorer named Leihum de Cordoba is said to have accompanied the expeditions of Hernán Cortés to the Americas. While his exact role and achievements remain unclear, historical accounts suggest that he played a pivotal role in the exploration and conquest of the New World.
These are just a few examples of individuals who bore the name Leihum throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and eras. The name's enduring presence across millennia and diverse cultures is a testament to its rich and fascinating history.
People
Leihum + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Leihum as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Leihum: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Leihum?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Leihum going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Leihum a common name?
We classify Leihum as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Leihum most popular?
The single biggest year for Leihum was 2013, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Leihum is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Leihum in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Leihum a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Leihum in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Leihum still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Leihum in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Leihum can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Leihum?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.