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Legacy is a feminine name used in English. Behind the Name describes it this way: "From the English word, meaning ‘something inherited from a predecessor, heritage’. It is derived from Old French legacie, itself from Latin legatum ‘bequest, legacy’." It ranked #662 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, from the English word, meaning ‘something inherited from a predecessor, heritage’. It is derived from Old French legacie, itself from Latin legatum ‘bequest, legacy’. The entry lists its usage as English (Modern).
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Legacy ranked #662 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #662 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Legacy mean?
Legacy means "something inherited from a predecessor, heritage", according to Behind the Name.
Is Legacy a popular name?
Legacy ranked #662 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Legacy a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Legacy appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine & masculine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Legacy — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
