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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Lesleigh works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Lesleigh Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Lesleigh Rose
Floral · soft ending
Lesleigh Mae
Sweet · timeless
Lesleigh Claire
French influence · crisp
Lesleigh Jane
Literary · strong
Lesleigh Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Lesleigh right now?
Rising fast — up 552 spots — currently #14825 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| 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 | — |
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:
Lesleigh by decade
Lesleigh peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 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.
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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.