The nameLesly
Lesly is a form of Leslie, mostly given to girls in France from the 1980s to the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- Scottish
Meaning
It comes from the Scottish name Leslie, first a place name, then a clan name.
Origin
Scottish.
History
First found in France in the 1960s, Lesly peaked there around 2000. A few boys bear it too. It has become rare.
Popularity of the name Lesly
Lesly in France
Lesly was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 645 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Lesly. Its rise began around 1973, and it peaked in 2001. Half of all babies named Lesly in France were born before 1999. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 13 births a year on average, against 27 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Lesly in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lesly mean?
It comes from the Scottish name Leslie, first a place name, then a clan name.
What is the origin of the name Lesly?
Scottish.
Is Lesly a girl's or a boy's name?
Lesly is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Lesly?
Variants and related names of Lesly include Leslie.