gender neutral
Leslie
garden of hollies
About Leslie
A name that bridges traditional boundaries with effortless sophistication. Originally rooted in Scottish heritage, this versatile choice has evolved into a cross-cultural favorite that works beautifully for modern families. The soft consonants and gentle vowel sounds create an approachable, friendly impression while maintaining professional credibility. It's equally at home in a playground as it is on a business card, offering your daughter flexibility as she navigates different life stages. The name has literary connections and has been carried by accomplished individuals across various fields, from entertainment to academia. Parents often appreciate its familiar yet not overly common status, providing recognition without the burden of excessive popularity. The two-syllable structure makes it easy to call out, while its spelling remains straightforward and intuitive for most English speakers.
Popularity of the Name Leslie
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #655 | |||
| 1881 | #523 | |||
| 1882 | #659 | |||
| 1883 | #789 | |||
| 1884 | #552 | |||
| 1885 | #719 | |||
| 1886 | #865 | |||
| 1887 | #678 | |||
| 1888 | #529 | |||
| 1889 | #538 | |||
| 1890 | #590 | |||
| 1891 | #491 | |||
| 1892 | #607 | |||
| 1893 | #558 | |||
| 1894 | #469 | |||
| 1895 | #672 | |||
| 1896 | #601 | |||
| 1897 | #502 | |||
| 1898 | #673 | |||
| 1899 | #777 | |||
| 1900 | #646 | |||
| 1901 | #585 | |||
| 1902 | #532 | |||
| 1903 | #685 | |||
| 1904 | #635 | |||
| 1905 | #591 | |||
| 1906 | #683 | |||
| 1907 | #644 | |||
| 1908 | #585 | |||
| 1909 | #678 | |||
| 1910 | #574 | |||
| 1911 | #737 | |||
| 1912 | #720 | |||
| 1913 | #732 | |||
| 1914 | #704 | |||
| 1915 | #715 | |||
| 1916 | #680 | |||
| 1917 | #693 | #198 | ||
| 1918 | #628 | |||
| 1919 | #652 | |||
| 1920 | #759 | #168 | ||
| 1921 | #655 | |||
| 1922 | #659 | |||
| 1923 | #588 | |||
| 1924 | #632 | |||
| 1925 | #624 | |||
| 1926 | #600 | |||
| 1927 | #639 | |||
| 1928 | #693 | |||
| 1929 | #694 | #178 | ||
| 1930 | #604 | |||
| 1931 | #663 | |||
| 1932 | #701 | |||
| 1933 | #581 | |||
| 1934 | #581 | |||
| 1935 | #502 | |||
| 1936 | #480 | |||
| 1937 | #494 | |||
| 1938 | #504 | |||
| 1939 | #499 | |||
| 1940 | #427 | |||
| 1941 | #288 | |||
| 1942 | #231 | |||
| 1943 | #191 | #220 | ||
| 1944 | #182 | |||
| 1945 | #142 | #190 | ||
| 1946 | #130 | #226 | ||
| 1947 | #132 | #208 | ||
| 1948 | #131 | #208 | ||
| 1949 | #132 | #188 | ||
| 1950 | #134 | #218 | ||
| 1951 | #133 | #263 | ||
| 1952 | #104 | #166 | ||
| 1953 | #96 | #154 | ||
| 1954 | #99 | #185 | ||
| 1955 | #99 | #191 | ||
| 1956 | #104 | #221 | ||
| 1957 | #77 | |||
| 1958 | #79 | #240 | ||
| 1959 | #84 | #222 | ||
| 1960 | #92 | #217 | ||
| 1961 | #84 | #302 | ||
| 1962 | #80 | #335 | ||
| 1963 | #72 | #282 | ||
| 1964 | #73 | #258 | ||
| 1965 | #75 | #344 | ||
| 1966 | #71 | #269 | ||
| 1967 | #66 | #273 | ||
| 1968 | #66 | #147 | ||
| 1969 | #64 | #250 | ||
| 1970 | #64 | #213 | ||
| 1971 | #68 | |||
| 1972 | #75 | |||
| 1973 | #75 | |||
| 1974 | #65 | |||
| 1975 | #71 | |||
| 1976 | #65 | |||
| 1977 | #65 | |||
| 1978 | #63 | |||
| 1979 | #65 | #339 | ||
| 1980 | #61 | #521 | ||
| 1981 | #56 | #305 | ||
| 1982 | #60 | #383 | ||
| 1983 | #67 | #389 | ||
| 1984 | #75 | #331 | ||
| 1985 | #76 | #405 | ||
| 1986 | #86 | #409 | ||
| 1987 | #89 | #320 | ||
| 1988 | #94 | #299 | ||
| 1989 | #108 | #427 | ||
| 1990 | #115 | #579 | ||
| 1991 | #124 | #270 | ||
| 1992 | #133 | #379 | #274 | |
| 1993 | #138 | #287 | ||
| 1994 | #131 | #481 | #428 | |
| 1995 | #137 | #402 | ||
| 1996 | #118 | #423 | ||
| 1997 | #115 | #425 | #478 | |
| 1998 | #111 | #575 | #547 | |
| 1999 | #100 | #443 | ||
| 2000 | #90 | #443 | ||
| 2001 | #84 | #699 | #617 | |
| 2002 | #91 | #796 | ||
| 2003 | #91 | #890 | ||
| 2004 | #93 | #723 | ||
| 2005 | #103 | #878 | ||
| 2006 | #108 | #990 | ||
| 2007 | #127 | #863 | ||
| 2008 | #147 | |||
| 2009 | #160 | |||
| 2010 | #199 | #947 | ||
| 2011 | #247 | #851 | ||
| 2012 | #266 | |||
| 2013 | #288 | #758 | ||
| 2014 | #338 | #833 | ||
| 2015 | #371 | #795 | ||
| 2016 | #414 | #828 | ||
| 2017 | #449 | #889 | ||
| 2018 | #521 | #895 | ||
| 2019 | #536 | #827 | ||
| 2020 | #596 | #864 | ||
| 2021 | #625 | #912 | ||
| 2022 | #653 | |||
| 2023 | #670 | #875 | ||
| 2024 | #606 | #980 | ||
| 2025 | #712 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Leslie
Names Similar to Leslie
Nicknames for Leslie
- Les
- Lee
- Lele
- Essie
Famous People Named Leslie
| Leslie Jones | American comedian and actress |
| Leslie Caron | French actress and dancer |
| Leslie Mann | American actress |
| Leslie Bibb | American actress and model |
| Leslie Uggams | American actress and singer |
| Leslie Grace | American singer and actress |
| Leslie Easterbrook | American actress |
| Leslie Hope | Canadian actress |
| Leslie Howard | British actor and film director |
| Leslie Feist | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Leslie Ann Warren | American actress and singer |
| Leslie Van Houten | Member of the Manson Family cult |
| Leslie Stefanson | American actress and model |
| Leslie Phillips | English actor |
| Leslie Vernon | British sprinter |
| Leslie Grossman | American actress |
| Leslie Allen | American former professional tennis player |
| Leslie Charleson | American actress |
| Leslie Munoz | Spanish field hockey player |
| Leslie Osborne | American soccer player |
Characters Named Leslie
| Leslie Knope | Character from the TV show "Parks and Recreation" |
| Leslie Burke | Character from the book and film "Bridge to Terabithia" |
| Leslie Winkle | Character from the TV show "The Big Bang Theory" |
| Leslie Thompkins | Character from the Batman comics |
| Leslie Shay | Character from the TV show "Chicago Fire" |
| Leslie Chow | Character from the movie series "The Hangover" |
| Leslie Mahler | Character from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Leslie Carrington | Character from the TV show "Dynasty" |
| Leslie Vernon | Character from the movie "Behind the Mask - The Rise of Leslie Vernon" |
| Leslie "Lee" Miller | Character from the TV show "American Horror Story" |
| Leslie | Character from the movie "Hereditary" |
| Leslie Roquefort | Character from the TV show "Bob's Burgers" |
| Leslie Glass | Character from the TV show "Law & Order - Special Victims Unit" |
| Leslie Rice | Character from the movie "Girl, Interrupted" |
| Leslie Arzt | Character from the TV show "Lost" |
| Leslie Slote | Character from the book "Number the Stars" |
| Leslie Squoggenbottom | Character from the TV show "Saturday Night Live" |
| Leslie Voss | Character from the book "Sharp Objects" |
| Leslie Kritzer | Character from the movie "Election" |
| Leslie Weller | Character from the TV show "Quantico" |