Female and male first names beginning with the letter “L”..
LESLEIGH
FemaleUnique American girls' name created by combining Leslie (possibly meaning 'garden') and Leigh ('meadow').
LESLEY
MaleScottish given name derived from the place name 'Leslie', meaning 'garden' in Old French.
LESLEY
FemaleScottish unisex given name derived from the Gaelic surname 'Leeslie', which originated from the Old Norse personal name 'Ljótólfr'. The meaning of Lesley is 'famous wolf'.
LESLEYANN
FemaleAmerican given name derived from the English Leslie, itself originating from the Scottish surname Lysle meaning 'garden of elders'. The '-ann' suffix adds a feminine touch and modernity.
LESLEYANNE
FemaleDistinctive Scottish name with unknown meaning, derived from the French surname de Lesselines through its Scottish equivalent Leslie. It gained popularity in the US mid-20th century and has various spellings like Leslie Anne or Leslye Anne. Notable bearers include actresses Lesley-Anne Down and Lesley-Ann Pitman.
LESLI
FemaleLeslie is a Scottish name originally derived from the Norman French town Lessay, meaning "from Lessay." It was first used as a boy's name in Scotland during the 13th century but later became more commonly associated with girls. Notable individuals named Leslie include Henry Leslie, an English composer, and American actress Leslie Howard.
LESLIAN
FemaleDistinctive name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my oath" or "I am dedicated to God".
LESLIANN
FemaleRare yet elegant French name derived from 'lesliane', meaning 'ivy', symbolizing strength and resilience.
LESLIANNE
FemaleFrench name derived from Lesly, which means 'little happy one' or is associated with people/gatherings, making it a positive and unique choice.
LESLIE
MaleScottish origin, derived from the Old French word 'Lais' meaning 'garden' or 'laurel'. It was originally used as a surname before becoming popular as a gender-neutral given name during the Victorian era, often associated with elegance and sophistication.
LESLIE
FemaleThe Scottish origin name Leslie, derived from a Norman surname meaning 'from the garden of Leith', has evolved from being predominantly used for boys in the 19th century to now being considered unisex and popular for both genders.
LESLIEANN
FemaleScottish name derived from the Leslie clan's habitation in Angus, meaning 'garden of peace', first appearing in the late 20th century by combining Leslie with '-ann'.
LESLIEANNE
FemaleRare, American feminine given name derived from the Scottish 'Leslie' meaning garden, combined with the French 'Anne' meaning grace.
LESLIEE
FemaleAmerican female name with Scottish roots, created by combining the masculine Leslie ("garden of holly") with the feminine suffix "-ee".
LESLLY
FemaleCaptivating name of French descent, originating from the old French personal names Lesceline or Lescelina. It means 'strong laughter' in Germanic elements.
LESLY
FemaleUnisex given name of French origin, derived from the Scottish surname Leslie, believed to mean 'garden of happiness' or 'garden of pleasure'. It has been used as both a masculine and feminine name throughout history and is recognized globally for its rich historical significance.
LESLY
MaleUnique French female given name derived from "lisle," meaning "island." It signifies independence and uniqueness, and has been used by notable figures throughout history.
LESLYANN
FemaleDistinctive and graceful name of French origin, derived from Lisette meaning "God is my oath." Originally popular among nobility during the Middle Ages, it now signifies strength, grace, and dignity worldwide.
LESLYE
FemaleUnique and elegant French name derived from "les lys," meaning "the lilies." It embodies qualities of elegance and purity.
LESLYN
FemaleAmerican name believed to be a blend of Lesley and Shelly.
LESS
MaleRare Greek name meaning "more.
LESSA
FemaleCaptivating Greek female name meaning "release" or "to set free," inspired by the goddess of liberation and freedom in ancient Greek mythology.
LESSETTE
FemaleRare French female given name with no widely documented meaning or history, potentially derived from "Leseur," "Le Sourd" (the deaf), or the Occitan word "lessa" (left-handed). Its unique sound and mysterious origins make it an attractive choice despite limited information about its significance.
LESSIA
FemaleDistinctive Slavic female name derived from the Greek 'lessi', meaning 'more' or 'abundant'. Despite not explicitly conveying this meaning in pronunciation, it has been popular in Russia and other Slavic countries for centuries.
LESSIE
MaleCharming Scottish feminine name derived from the Gaelic phrase "Leathlaidh", meaning "garden".
LESSIE
FemaleDistinctive American feminine name of Scottish Gaelic origin, originally meaning 'gardener'.
LESSLEY
FemaleUncommon American feminine name created by John Updike for his character Leslie in "The Witches of Eastwick". It's a variant spelling of Leslie, meaning 'garden of gardens' or 'from the garden'.
LESSLEY
MaleRare Scottish female name derived from the Leslie clan surname, meaning 'church garden'.
LESSLI
FemaleRare Latin-derived boy's name meaning 'loose' or 'relaxed', originating as a diminutive of Lasius.
LESSLIE
MaleThe name Lesslie has Scottish origins, dating back to the Norman conquest of England in 1066. It translates to 'from the thicket or wood', originally a surname associated with strength and independence, now used as a unisex given name.
LESSLIE
FemaleDistinct Scottish name derived from Leslie, meaning 'garden of holly' or 'elm trees', typically used for males since the Middle Ages.
LESSLY
FemaleUnique female given name of Haitian origin, derived from the French 'Isabelle' meaning 'devoted to God'.
LESTA
FemaleDistinctively Latin-derived name that historically translates to "thief" or "robber," though it has evolved into a powerful and unique choice embraced by many.
LESTAT
MaleFrench origin given name derived from the Breton word "lest," meaning "sail." It was initially used as a surname for coastal dwellers and mariners before evolving into a distinctive given name with nautical themes.
LESTER
MaleEnglish name derived from Old English "leofsħere," meaning "army.
LESTER
FemaleLester, of English origin, means 'army leader' or 'champion of the people', making it a powerful and strong-sounding name.
LESTHER
MaleRare Hebrew male name meaning 'to swear' or 'make a vow', originally a title for Jewish priests, now associated with King Ahasuerus (Xerxes I) in the Book of Esther.
LESTIE
FemaleRare yet significant Latin-derived female name meaning "hasty" or "quick," historically given in medieval England to girls born prematurely.
LESTINA
FemaleUnique, swift female given name of Latin origin, derived from 'lestus' meaning 'quick', popular in medieval Europe.
LESTINE
FemaleRare female name of Latin origin, derived from "laetus" meaning "happy". It symbolizes positivity and contentment.