Female and male first names beginning with the letter “L”..

Lavender is an unusual English given name derived from the fragrant lavender plant, first used in the late 19th century. It is associated with royalty, spirituality, and relaxation due to its calming scent, popularized by figures like Miley Cyrus and J.K. Rowling's character Lavender Brown.

Captivating Indian female name meaning 'beauty' or 'elegance', often associated with grace, charm and refined beauty.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'beautiful' or 'elegant', derived from the goddess Shri Lakshmi's synonym.

Unique Italian name derived from 'lavanda', meaning lavender, signifying elegance and sophistication.

Rare French origin given name with no documented meaning or history. Its etymology is unknown, and theories connecting it to the French surname Lavant or the town Lavant in France are speculative.

Unique Latin-derived name meaning "to wash," associated with cleanliness and purity, and rich in historical significance from ancient Rome to medieval Europe.

Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'beautiful' or 'elegant', associated with grace and charm.

African name of Yoruba origin, translating to 'deep water', signifying hope for abundance and prosperity.

African American name derived from Latin 'lave', meaning 'to wash', conveying purity and adaptability.

Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'to wash' or 'bathe', often associated with purity and cleanliness, although rare in historical use.

Distinct Latin-origin name derived from "lavo," meaning "to wash" or "to cleanse." It symbolizes purity and renewal.

Latin-derived name meaning 'washing and purifying', associated with the Aquarius constellation.

Rare Latin-derived female name meaning 'laurel', an evergreen tree revered in ancient Rome for victory and success.

Distinctive male name of African American origin, derived from the Latin 'lavare' meaning 'to wash'. It signifies cleanliness or purity, or alternatively, the various shades of purple in lavender flowers. Coined recently by African American parents, Lavarius is elegant yet uncommon, allowing its bearers to forge unique identities unassociated with famous figures.

Unique Latin-derived given name meaning 'laurel,' an evergreen tree revered by ancient Romans for strength, longevity, and beauty, associated with victory and success.

Rare Latin-origin name meaning 'laurel wreath', symbolizing victory and associated with Apollo's oracle at Delphi.

Unique African American given name, first used in the mid-20th century, with no clear etymology or meaning, but reflecting African American cultural heritage and pride.

Distinctive male name of Latin origin, meaning "of the laurel tree" or "laureate", symbolizing honor and achievement.

Elegant Swahili name meaning "to speak" or "one who speaks.

Latin-derived name originally meaning 'to wash' or 'cleanse,' popular among early Christians for its religious significance.

Italian name meaning 'washing machine', often used playfully as a nickname for Laura.

Distinctive African American male given name, created by combining elements from names like Lawrence and Vaughan during the mid-20th century in the United States.

Unique African American name derived from Lawrence ('from Laos') and Vaughan ('small'), with no significant historical figures or cultural references associated with it.

African-origin name derived from Lavaughn, combining Lawrence ('from Laurence's meadow') and Vaughn ('small'). It has gained popularity in the U.S., particularly among African American families.

Unique feminine given name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba phrase 'Iwa Renu' meaning 'beauty that cannot be touched', coined by Nigerian poet Christopher Okigbo.

Distinctive French given name derived from 'lavar', meaning 'to wash' in Occitan.

Distinctive African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'wind and storms', and associated with the powerful goddess Oya.

African-American originated name, crafted from 'Lavern' and 'Whitney', two famous figures in American culture.

Hebrew origin, derived from "Levah" meaning 'heart', symbolizing devotion and sincerity.

Uncommon yet captivating name of unknown origin, believed by some to be a blend of Lavinia and Celine.

Unique Hebrew name with significant biblical history, believed to be the last stop before Israelites entered Canaan.

Unique African-origin name derived from Swahili's "lave", meaning "to love". It signifies deep affection or being filled with love.

Distinctive female name of unknown origin, popularized by American author Lurlene McDaniel's young adult novel series about a girl named Laveen battling cancer.

Unique male name of Haitian origin, derived from the Haitian Creole language and meaning "wave" or "surf," reflecting powerful forces of nature.

American variant of Lavinia, derived from Latin roots meaning "from Lavinium," an ancient Italian city.

Rare American male given name created by author Frank Yerby for his 1946 novel "The Foxes of Harrow". It is derived from the Irish estate "Lavelles", which was associated with the Lavelle twins in the story, but has no specific meaning or symbolism.

American given name derived from Lawrence, meaning 'laurel' or 'wreath of bay leaves', first used in the early to mid-20th century as a unique alternative to the more common Lawrence.

Italian-origin female name derived from 'lavare', meaning 'to wash' or 'to cleanse'. It was traditionally given to children born near water sources, signifying purification.

Unique and meaningful name of French origin, derived from 'lavoir', meaning 'washhouse' or 'laundry'. It signifies cleanliness and purity, reflecting high moral standards and a strong sense of hygiene. Traditionally used in France near communal washing places, Lavelle has gained global popularity due to its beautiful sound and symbolic meaning despite being a modern invention.

Irish-origin name, meaning 'descendant of the loud one,' now popular as a distinctive given name.