Unisex
Leslie
Name Meaning:
Scottish surname derived from a place name in Aberdeenshire, possibly meaning "garden of hollies" or "gray fort." Primarily female since mid-20th century.
Noteable Namesakes
Leslie Nielsen (Actor - Male); Leslie Caron (Actress - Female); Leslie Howard (Actor - Male); Leslie Jones (Comedian - Female); Leslie Knope (Fictional Character - Female)
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Popularity
US: Unranked (Female), Unranked (Male), UK: Unranked
Variations/Nicknames
Lesley; Les; Lee; Lezlie
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