Leslie

The name Leslie means "holly garden" or "from the gray fortress." It originally comes from the name of a town in Aberdeenshire, suggesting fertility and natural beauty associated with holly trees.

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Leslie is of Scottish origin, derived from a place name that likely means "holly garden" or "from the gray fortress." It is based on a surname originating from a Scottish town called Lesslyn in Aberdeenshire.

  • Popularity: 1,206th
  • Babies named Leslie in the US in 2023:
    Female: 439
    Male: 40
  • Nicknames: Les,Liz,Lei,Ellie,Lesy.
  • Full Names: Leslie, Lesli, Lesleigh, Lesly, Leslee.
  • Famous Namesakes: Leslie Nielsen-Actor, Leslie Knope-Fictional Character, Leslie Mann-Actress, Leslie Odom Jr.-Actor, Leslie Caron-Actress.
  • Gender: Unisex, though historically more common for males in Scotland, it has become widely gender-neutral globally.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Leslie represents balance and adaptability, often linked to the number 3. This number suggests creativity, communication skills, and a sociable nature, reflecting a versatile and expressive character.

Leslie was more popular as a male name in the early 20th century, ranking in the top 200 names for boys in the United States. For females, Leslie gained popularity in the mid-20th century and was most popular in the 1970s and 1980s. Today, it is recognized as a unisex name and continues to be used for newborns of all genders.

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