Lesleigh

“from the meadow, or meadow's edge”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14825US 2015

5Births / yr

↑Rising

487All-time births

📅 Since 195000

How to pronounce Lesleigh

lez-lee,les-lee

/lez-lee,les-lee/ · · 2 syllables

“from the meadow, or meadow's edge”

American origin · Girl name

What does Lesleigh mean and where does it come from?

Lesleigh is a modern variation of the name Leslie, which originates from a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning 'from the meadow'. It became popular as a given name in the 20th century, particularly for females. Variations like Lesleigh reflect a trend towards unique spellings in conte

Cultural significance

Lesleigh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the meadow, or meadow's edge.

Peak popularity

Reached #3730 in 1971 — currently #14825 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Lesleigh?

Lesleigh works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Lesleigh Grace

How popular is Lesleigh right now?

Rising fast — up 552 spots — currently #14825 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2015#14825 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2015	#16736	5	▲ up 552
2010	#17288	5	▼ down 7720 · -55% births
2005	#9568	11	▲ up 2447 · +57% births
2000	#12015	7	▼ down 5656 · -50% births
1995	#6359	14	▲ up 617 · +17% births
1990	#6976	12	▲ up 159 · +33% births
1985	#7135	9	▼ down 1451 · -25% births
1980	#5684	12	▼ down 694
1975	#4990	12	▲ up 624 · +71% births
1965	#5614	7	▼ down 339 · +17% births
1950	#5275	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lesleigh

Best Year1975Rank #4990

Peak Count14

Average Rank#8876

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 201511 years

The story of Lesleigh

Lesleigh entered American naming records in 1950 and has been in use for over 74 years. With 487 total births recorded, Lesleigh remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5275 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16736 in 2015.

Names that peaked alongside Lesleigh in 1971:

Jennifer Michelle Lisa Kimberly Amy

Lesleigh by decade

Lesleigh peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	14
1960s	36
1970s	99
1980s ★	122
1990s	109
2000s	61
2010s	46

💎Lesleigh has only 487 total recorded births since 1950 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lesleigh?

ENGLISH

Lessie

ENGLISH

Les

What names sound and feel like Lesleigh?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lesleigh also consider these

Wesleigh

American · from the western

Tenleigh

American · A modern invented

Emsleigh

American · A beloved name

Kelleigh

American · Slender, fair, or

Kesleigh

English · Meadow by the

Keyleigh

American · Key, Meadow

Kenleigh

American · Kendall's meadow

Renleigh

American · A variation of

How is Lesleigh written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Lesleigh?

Les ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Lesleigh

What does the name Lesleigh mean?

Lesleigh means "from the meadow, or meadow's edge" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Lesleigh?

Lesleigh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Lesleigh?

Lesleigh originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Lesleigh a common or rare name?

Lesleigh is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Lesleigh?

Lesleigh naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.