Lesther Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LES-thur //ˈlɛsθər//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my light; English: variant of Lester
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lesther is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Esther, which means "star." The Hebrew Esther is derived from the Persian word "setareh," also meaning "star," and it is often associated with the biblical figure Esther, a Jewish queen of Persia who played a crucial role in saving her people from extermination, as recounted in the Book of Esther. The name Esther was adopted into Greek as 'Esther' and later into Latin, maintaining its form as it transitioned into Old French before making its way into English during the Middle Ages.
The biblical Esther is a significant figure, celebrated for her bravery and intelligence, which has contributed to the name's enduring legacy. The Book of Esther is included in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament, and it has been a source of inspiration for various works of literature and art throughout the centuries.
The story is particularly commemorated during the Jewish festival of Purim, which celebrates Esther's pivotal role in the salvation of the Jewish people. Culturally, the name Lesther, as a variant of Esther, carries with it connotations of strength, resilience, and hope.
It resonates with themes of courage in the face of adversity, reflecting the qualities of its biblical namesake. The name has also been associated with various saints and historical figures, further embedding it within cultural narratives.
While Lesther itself may not have a widely recognized diminutive, its connection to Esther allows it to share in the rich tapestry of stories and meanings associated with that name.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lesther was first seen in the United States in 2002.
Lesther has ranked as high as #1364 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Lesther has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lesther is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lesther was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lesther
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lesther.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |