NAME PROFILE
Lesley
Lesley is of Scottish origin, meaning 'from the gray fortress' or 'garden of hollies'. It carries a gentle and friendly vibe, often associated with warmth and approachability.
Key Stats
| Total births | 39,098 |
| Gender | Female (3% / 97%) |
| Peak year | 1980 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, Scottish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 29%CA — 21%NY — 19%IL — 16%OH — 14%
Notable People
Lesley Manville (Actress, *Phantom Thread*) · Lesley Gore (Singer, *It's My Party*) · Lesley Nicol (Actress, *Downton Abbey*) · Lesley Sharp (Actress, *The Full Monty*) · Lesley-Ann Brandt (Actress, *Lucifer*)
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