Lesly Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEZ-lee / /ˈlɛzli/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: meadow; Scottish: from the meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
Lesly is a variant of Leslie, which originated as a surname in Scotland. The name became popular as a given name in the 20th century, particularly for girls. It has been associated with various cultural references, including literature and music. The name reflects a connection to nature through its meaning.
Trend Summary
Lesly has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leslie
- Leslea
International Variants
- Leslie (English)
- Lesly (Spanish)
Famous people named Lesly
Lesly Brown is known for being the wife of television personality Pat Sajak.
Fictional characters named Lesly
Lesly is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus' who is known for her adventurous spirit.
Lesly is featured in the novel 'The Secret Garden' as a friend of the main character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lesly was first seen in the United States in 1936. Lesly has ranked as high as #651 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Lesly has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lesly (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 40 | |
| TX | 33 | |
| NY | 23 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| MD | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| VA | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| NJ | 7 | |
| AL | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| CT | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 27 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 44 |
| 1963 | 39 |
| 1964 | 34 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1966 | 41 |
| 1967 | 36 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 23 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 43 |
| 1982 | 52 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 52 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 51 |
| 1990 | 88 |
| 1991 | 110 |
| 1992 | 112 |
| 1993 | 145 |
| 1994 | 160 |
| 1995 | 195 |
| 1996 | 330 |
| 1997 | 401 |
| 1998 | 516 |
| 1999 | 672 |
| 2000 | 742 |
| 2001 | 802 |
| 2002 | 717 |
| 2003 | 839 |
| 2004 | 747 |
| 2005 | 783 |
| 2006 | 761 |
| 2007 | 766 |
| 2008 | 699 |
| 2009 | 598 |
| 2010 | 505 |
| 2011 | 404 |
| 2012 | 367 |
| 2013 | 314 |
| 2014 | 276 |
| 2015 | 230 |
| 2016 | 194 |
| 2017 | 197 |
| 2018 | 190 |
| 2019 | 173 |
| 2020 | 165 |
| 2021 | 147 |
| 2022 | 181 |
| 2023 | 153 |
| 2024 | 222 |