Legacy
How to say it: LEG-uh-see · /ˈlɛɡəsi/
English word meaning something handed down from a predecessor; an inheritance or lasting impact.
Legacy was the 567th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 673 babies of either sex (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up 3.1-fold in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #535 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #567 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 (both sexes) | 673 |
| Share of births | 1 in 4,305 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | ×3.1 |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #535 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Legacy belongs almost entirely to the last forty years. The 2020s mark its best showing so far and more growth is ahead.
What goes with it
Legacy sounds crisp and breathy with a strong presence. Legend and Royalty share its style.
Nicknames
- Lega
- Lacy
- Lee
Other spellings
Honouring a Legacy in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Legacy is about 1 in 180.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
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