Leja

LAY-yah'LAY-yah'2 syllables
🌐Slavic
Bright

MEANING

Bright

ORIGIN

Slavic

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Slavic root 'lya', meaning 'light' or 'bright'.

CULTURAL NOTES

The name Leja is often associated with qualities of illumination and brightness in Slavic cultures.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically, the name Leja has been used in various Slavic regions, often among rural communities.

🇮🇱Hebrew
Soft

MEANING

To languish

ORIGIN

Hebrew

ETYMOLOGY

Related to the Hebrew word 'layeh', meaning 'to languish'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Hebrew culture, names often carry significant meanings related to personal or familial experiences.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name has biblical connotations and has been used in Jewish communities for centuries.

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Leja - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations