Lester
l(e)-ster,
les-ter
US Popularity:4073
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:From Leicester; Camp; Roman town
A timeless classic for baby, Lester is a boy’s name of Old English and Latin origin, meaning “from Leicester,” “camp,” and “Roman town.” Leicester is one of the oldest cities in England, dating back over two millennia and existing before the Roman Empire’s influence. In Old English, Leicester was named Ligera ceastre, meaning “the Ligore people of the (Roman) fort.” Lester was a popular British surname turned personal name in the US but stepped away from the charts in the 1990s. Someone as awesome as baby may help Lester hit the charts again as a stylish name that blends cool kid vibes with a nerdy-chic appeal.
How Popular Is The Name Lester?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lester is currently #2740 on The Bump
Boy:Lester is currently #1540 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lester is currently #4073 in U.S. births
Boy:Lester is currently #1912 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1912
in 2023
- 147
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 460
Behind the Name, Lester, January 2022
Ancestry, Lester Family History
House of Names, Lester History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
SurnameDB, Last name: Lester
Collins Dictionary, Lester
Name Doctor, Lester
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