Leia — Form of Leah used in the Greek Old Testament. This is the name of a princess in the 'Star Wars' movies by George Lucas, who probably based it on Leah.
Biblical namesake: Leah was the first wife of Jacob and the mother of six of the tribes of Israel, known for her perseverance and important role in biblical history. (Genesis · Genesis 29, Genesis 30)
Saintly namesake: Saint Lea was a 4th-century Roman widow known for her piety and leadership in a religious community. She is honored as a saint in the Catholic Church. (March 22 · 4th century)
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