ليث
Leith
Leith is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ليث |
| Pronunciation | LAYTH |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Leith
Leith is a spelling of Layth, a classical Arabic word for lion. The 'ei' spelling follows Levantine pronunciation. Al-Layth ibn Saʿd was an important early Egyptian jurist. It is unrelated to the Scottish place name Leith.
Is Leith a Muslim name?
Yes. Leith is a Muslim name, a spelling of Layth, meaning lion.
Where is the name Leith used?
Popular in Jordan, Palestine, Syria and Iraq.
Gifts with the name Leith
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Spellings and variants of Leith
More boy names like Leith
Aabis — Stern, serious of faceAamir — Prosperous, flourishing, full of lifeAasim — Protector, guardianAbdelilah — Servant of GodAbdul-Fattah — Servant of the OpenerAbdul-Ghani — Servant of the Self-SufficientAbdul-Hadi — Servant of the GuideAbdul-Jabbar — Servant of the CompellerAbdul-Noor — Servant of the LightAbid — Worshipper, devoted servant of GodAdeem — Surface of the earth; expanse of the skyAdham — Black, dark; a black horseAhd — Pledge, promise, covenantAjwad — Most generous; finest, bestAkram — Most generous, most nobleAmar — Long-lived, one who builds and prospersAmer — Prosperous, flourishing, full of lifeAmjad — Most glorious, most noble
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Leith mean?
Leith means 'Lion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Leith a Muslim name?
Yes. Leith is a Muslim name, a spelling of Layth, meaning lion.
How do you write Leith in Arabic?
Leith is written ليث in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Leith?
Leith is pronounced LAYTH.