Legacy

Meaning of Legacy

Something handed down from the past. It represents an inheritance or impact left for future generations.

Legacy has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Legacy

Legacy has cooled off, slipping to #662 in 2025, down from a peak of #434 in 2021.

Legacy as a boy's name

Legacy is also used as a boy's name. Something handed down from the past; an inheritance.

Notable people named Legacy

• Legacy Early
  American Actress
• Legacy Compean
  American track and field athlete
• Legacy O'Neal
  American actress
• Legacy Perez
  American Entrepreneur
• Legacy Love
  American model

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Questions about the name Legacy

What does the name Legacy mean?

Legacy means something handed down from the past. it represents an inheritance or impact left for future generations, and it comes from English origins.

Is Legacy a boy's or a girl's name?

Legacy is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Legacy?

In 2025, Legacy ranked #662 for girls, down from #610 the year before.

When was Legacy most popular?

Legacy peaked at #434 in 2021.