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Leahchristianity, judaism, islam Male Arabic name meaning

Weary, Delicate

Pronunciation: LEE-uh

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Name
Leah
Meaning
Weary, Delicate
Origin
Arabic
Religion
christianity, judaism, islam
Language
Hebrew, English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Tagalog, Swahili, Igbo, German, Russian, Italian, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
LEE-uh
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Wednesday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Leah mean?

Leah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Weary". It is used in Christianity, Judaism, Islam naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: LEE-uh. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

لیا

لیا نام کا مطلب ہے چاند کی رات

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

ليا

اسم ليلى في اللغة العربية يعني ليلة القمر

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

LEE-uh

IPA

/ˈliːə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Christianity, Judaism, Islam Name Context

Leah is listed as a christianity, judaism, islam male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Weary. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Wednesday

Lucky Colors

LavenderCream

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Number 3 in numerology reflects maternal energy, emotional expression, and creativity. It is associated with charm, optimism, and spiritual nurturing.

Personality

Personality Traits

NurturingGentleEmotionally IntelligentResilientSelflessGraceful under pressureMatriarchal leaderSpiritual anchorDeeply loyal

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Leah symbolizes faithful endurance, inner strength, and maternal compassion. Her journey is about finding spiritual worth beyond appearance, and trusting God’s divine plan.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In Islamic tradition, Leah’s story is found in the Quran and is considered a model of patience, determination, and maturity. Leah's struggles to conceive children led her to seek the prophet Yunus (Jonah), who prayed for her, and she eventually gave birth to six male children, including the prophet Joseph. The Turks, in particular, hold Leah in high regard as Rahima, the name given to her in Turkish folklore. Leah's perseverance and devotion exemplify the Islamic virtues of Sabr (patience) and Iman (faith).
Leah's story is a reminder of the reward that comes from putting one's trust in God and remaining steadfast in the face of adversity. Her unwavering faith and trust in God led her to pray for intercession from the prophet Yunus, resulting in a remarkable spiritual journey and the birth of six sons who became the foundational leaders of the faith. Leah embodies the virtues of perseverance and faithfulness, recognizing that God is always with His believing servants, and strengthening our belief and love in the divine miracle of life.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Leah is a prophetess mentioned in the Quran in Surah Al-Imran, verse 34. The name Leah carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Leah Remini (American actress, activist)Leah Pipes (American actress in 'The Originals')

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Leah

Leah means night, evening, or a beautiful and delicate woman

🇵🇰Urdu

لیا

لیا نام کا مطلب ہے چاند کی رات

🇸🇦Arabic

ليا

اسم ليلى في اللغة العربية يعني ليلة القمر

🇮🇳Hindi

लिया

लिया नाम का अर्थ है चंद्रमा की रात

🇦🇫Pashto

لیا

لیا د چنډرې د شپې معنی لري

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