Leah from the Hebrew name לֵאָה (Le'ah) which was probably derived from the Hebrew word לְאָה (le'ah) meaning "weary". Alternatively it might derive from a Chaldean name meaning "mistress" or "ruler" in Akkadian. In the Old Testament Leah is the first wife of Jacob and the mother of seven of his children. Jacob's other wife was Leah's sister Rachel.
Biblical namesake: Leah is known as the first wife of Jacob and the mother of six of the tribes of Israel, playing a significant role in the story of the patriarchs. (Genesis · Genesis 29-30)
Saintly namesake: Saint Lea was a 4th-century Roman widow known for her piety and leadership in the early Christian community. She is the only recognized saint with a name closely matching Leah. (March 22 · 4th century)
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