Unisex nameCurrently #610 in the USRising
Legacy
//ˈlɛɡəsi//
3 syllablesPeak year: 20216 lettersStarts with L
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Legacy's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Legacy's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Legacy |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 105 |
| 2011 | 77 |
| 2012 | 106 |
| 2013 | 111 |
| 2014 | 140 |
| 2015 | 222 |
| 2016 | 331 |
| 2017 | 398 |
| 2018 | 530 |
| 2019 | 764 |
| 2020 | 926 |
| 2021 | 1,095 |
| 2022 | 1,008 |
| 2023 | 854 |
| 2024 | 728 |
Legacy through the decades
- Legacy peaked in 2021, when 1,095 babies were named Legacy in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Legacy has risen 867% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Legacy currently ranks #610 in the US and is on the rise.