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What does the baby name Lesley mean? Learn about what Lesley means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.
Lesley - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity
- Spelling of Lesley
- L-E-S-L-E-Y, is a 6-letter female given name.
- Pronunciation of Lesley
- LES lee
- LEZ lee
- Meaning of Lesley
- From the gray fortress, joy, grey fortress, holly garden, gray fortress.
- Origin of Lesley
- The name 'Lesley' is derived from the Scottish surname 'Leslie'. It originated from the place name 'Leslie', which is located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The name 'Leslie' is believed to have Celtic origins and is associated with the Gaelic word 'leas', meaning 'garden' or 'holly garden'.
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- Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Lesley
- Lesleigh
- Leslie
- Lesly
- Popularity of Lesley
- The popularity of the name 'Lesley' has varied over time. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and reached its peak in the 1960s and 1970s. Since then, its popularity has declined, but it still remains a recognizable and well-used name in many English-speaking countries.
- Lesley currently has 188 likes, and is in the top 4% of liked girl's names. The name Marlene is slightly more popular than Lesley.
Etymology of Lesley
The etymology of 'Lesley' can be traced back to the Scottish surname 'Leslie'. The surname itself is derived from the place name 'Leslie', which is believed to have originated from the Gaelic word 'leas', meaning 'garden' or 'holly garden'. Therefore, the name 'Lesley' can be interpreted as 'dweller by the garden' or 'one who comes from Leslie'.
Cultural Significance of Lesley
The name 'Lesley' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. However, as a derivative of the Scottish surname 'Leslie', it is associated with Scottish heritage and culture. The surname 'Leslie' is linked to prominent Scottish families and has historical connections to Scottish nobility.