Lesley
l(e)-sley,
les-ley
US Popularity:8160
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Garden of holly
Lesley is an ancient gender-neutral name rooted in Scottish ancestry. Derived from Clan Leslie, the title embodies the might and intellect of the family's forebearer Bartolf. In the Aberdeenshire location of Lesselyn, Bartolf established the clan's historical seat, forever binding Lesley to the meaning "garden of holly."
How Popular Is The Name Lesley?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lesley is currently #2641 on The Bump
Boy:Lesley is currently #1491 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Lesley is currently #1797 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lesley is currently #8160 in U.S. births
Girl:Lesley is currently #4693 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#4693
in 2023
- 1449
from 2022
Sources
House of Names, Lesley Family Crest
Behind the Name, Lesley, February 2019
Behind the Name, Leslie, January 2022
Name Doctor, Lesley
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