Leslie

Meaning garden of hollies
Origin Gaelic, Scottish
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Leslie
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Les-lie

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.

Variations of Name Leslie

Lesley
Leslee
Lesli
Lesleigh

Nicknames for Leslie

Les
Lee
Lele
Essie
Leslie

Famous People Named Leslie

Leslie JonesAmerican comedian and actress
Leslie CaronFrench actress and dancer
Leslie MannAmerican actress
Leslie BibbAmerican actress and model
Leslie UggamsAmerican actress and singer
Leslie GraceAmerican singer and actress
Leslie EasterbrookAmerican actress
Leslie HopeCanadian actress
Leslie HowardBritish actor and film director
Leslie FeistCanadian singer-songwriter
Leslie Ann WarrenAmerican actress and singer
Leslie Van HoutenMember of the Manson Family cult
Leslie StefansonAmerican actress and model
Leslie PhillipsEnglish actor
Leslie VernonBritish sprinter
Leslie GrossmanAmerican actress
Leslie AllenAmerican former professional tennis player
Leslie CharlesonAmerican actress
Leslie MunozSpanish field hockey player
Leslie OsborneAmerican soccer player

Characters Named Leslie

Leslie KnopeCharacter from the TV show "Parks and Recreation"
Leslie BurkeCharacter from the book and film "Bridge to Terabithia"
Leslie WinkleCharacter from the TV show "The Big Bang Theory"
Leslie ThompkinsCharacter from the Batman comics
Leslie ShayCharacter from the TV show "Chicago Fire"
Leslie ChowCharacter from the movie series "The Hangover"
Leslie MahlerCharacter from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy"
Leslie CarringtonCharacter from the TV show "Dynasty"
Leslie VernonCharacter from the movie "Behind the Mask - The Rise of Leslie Vernon"
Leslie "Lee" MillerCharacter from the TV show "American Horror Story"
LeslieCharacter from the movie "Hereditary"
Leslie RoquefortCharacter from the TV show "Bob's Burgers"
Leslie GlassCharacter from the TV show "Law & Order - Special Victims Unit"
Leslie RiceCharacter from the movie "Girl, Interrupted"
Leslie ArztCharacter from the TV show "Lost"
Leslie SloteCharacter from the book "Number the Stars"
Leslie SquoggenbottomCharacter from the TV show "Saturday Night Live"
Leslie VossCharacter from the book "Sharp Objects"
Leslie KritzerCharacter from the movie "Election"
Leslie WellerCharacter from the TV show "Quantico"

Other Popular Names Beginning with L

Luz
Lia
Loyalty
Leona
Lilianna
Lorelei
Love
Lexi
Lilah
Liana