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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Holly garden
- Origin
- Scottish (place name/surname, Aberdeenshire)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LEZ-lee
Leslie (LEZ-lee) is a girl's name with a vintage feel that comes from Scotland, where it began as a place name and surname in Aberdeenshire. It means "holly garden," and its classic, timeless sound has stayed familiar without feeling brand new.
Meaning & Origin of Leslie
Meaning: Holly garden.
Origin: Scottish (place name/surname, Aberdeenshire).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Leslie
LEZ-leeIPA /ˈlɛzli/
Popularity of Leslie
Leslie peaked at #56 in 1981, when 4,934 baby girls received the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #605, with 495 girls given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Leslie mean?
Holly garden. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Leslie?
Leslie is pronounced LEZ-lee (IPA: /ˈlɛzli/).
Is Leslie a popular name right now?
Leslie peaked at #56 in 1981 and is ranked #605 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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