NAME PROFILE
Leslie
Leslie is a name of Scottish origin meaning 'holly garden.' It carries a sense of charm and elegance, often associated with creativity and warmth. Those named Leslie are often seen as friendly and approachable, with a knack for making others feel at ease.
Key Stats
| Total births | 383,418 |
| Gender | Female (27% / 73%) |
| Peak year | 1957 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 21%CA — 21%NY — 20%IL — 19%GA — 19%
Notable People
Leslie Nielsen (Actor, *Airplane!* and *The Naked Gun*) · Leslie Mann (Actress, *Knocked Up* and *This Is 40*) · Leslie Odom Jr. (Actor and singer, known for *Hamilton*) · Leslie David Baker (Actor, known for *The Office*) · Leslie Grace (Singer and actress, known for *In the Heights*)
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