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English names starting with L include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to English heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes English-origin names so enduring.

English names starting with L — quick facts

  • 337 English names begin with the letter L
  • 228 girl names, 99 boy names
  • English names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

English Girl Names Starting With L

228 girl names

#505
English
Light of the lake
#525
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#551
English
From the laurel tree
#571
English
graciousness
#575
English
From the land of laurel; crowned with laurel
#600
English
Light; Delicate, soft
#608
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#619
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#628
English
A name of modern origin
#673
English
Unknown
#678
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#682
English
a combination of 'Lori' and 'Lynn', meaning 'laurel' and 'lake'
#688
English
Variant of Lindsay or Lindsey, from a place name meaning 'island of linds'.
#701
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#701
English
Derived from 'love', meaning 'beloved'.
#706
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#707
English
cheerful, happy
#717
English
My God is abundance
#734
English
peaceful; noble
#740
English
laurel
#745
English
the desired one
#756
English
my God is a light
#773
English
a modern name inspired by the combination of various sounds.
#777
English
Crowned with laurels
#793
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#804
English
derived from the word 'love', meaning 'one who is loved'
#810
English
light or bright one
#827
English
renowned warrior; grace
#836
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#840
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#842
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#846
English
Laurel or Bay Tree
#854
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#861
English
God's promise
#863
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#864
English
derived from the name 'Leroy', meaning 'the king'
#906
English
A small crown of laurel leaves; a symbol of victory.
#908
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#920
English
Fresh and vibrant
#921
English
Derived from Keith, meaning 'wood' or 'forest'.
#937
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#939
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#942
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#961
English
laurel; bay tree
#972
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#997
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1036
English
the queen; a male partner of a queen
#1041
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1041
English
Derived from 'Lily', symbolizing purity and beauty.
#1049
English
having a pleasingly rich, sweet richness
#1088
English
variant of Lavonne
#1090
English
Graceful, bright
#1140
English
lily; generosity
#1141
English
A blend of Lynn and Denise; associated with waterfalls and divine
#1161
English
Lily flower
#1165
English
A beloved name with deep roots

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English Boy Names Starting With L

99 boy names

#523
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#525
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#553
English
Old English
#558
English
The name means 'from Laurentum' and is commonly linked to laurel trees.
#587
English
From the linden tree hill
#598
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#621
English
from the city of Lancaster
#654
English
a combination of Lee and Jay
#758
English
a form of the name Lad or Todd
#800
English
a recurring theme
#823
English
Derived from Thomas, meaning 'twin'
#829
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#854
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#855
English
brave lion
#856
English
Land clearing or meadow
#880
English
meadow or clearing
#925
English
Lural is a modern name possibly derived from a combination of 'Lure' suggesting influence or attraction, combined with t
#927
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#993
English
A place name derived from the Old English 'lund' (grove) and 'ford' (river crossing).
#1000
English↑ Rising
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English↑ Rising
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1043
English
Derived from a combination of names, no specific meaning
#1047
English
Lemon tree; vibrant or refreshing
#1083
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1198
English
little lonely one
#1226
English
little or humble
#1226
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1230
English
from Laurentum
#1388
English
who is like God?
#1468
English
Derived from Laquint, possibly a variant of Quintin, meaning 'fifth'.
#1487
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1531
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1537
English
a flood or a river
#1555
English
From the valley of the lake
#1598
English
who is like God?
#1720
English
Refers to a shine, glow, or brilliance; often associated with beauty.
#1773
English
One who loves lavender.
#1787
English
from Laurentum; crowned with laurel
#1790
English
Lover
#1799
English
A worker who shapes objects using a lathe.
#1830
English
Land by the river.
#1871
English
lime tree valley
#1945
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1947
English
heart
#1960
English
meadow by the lake
#1968
English
from the meadow by the river
#2210
English↑ Rising
From the location by the brook or river
#2566
English
meadow town
#3091
English↑ Rising
Descendant of the land
#4411
English↑ Rising
master or ruler
#5372
English↑ Rising
from the land of the laurel
#5816
English↑ Rising
lionhearted
#8028
English
Larenz is a modern variation of the name Lawrence, which means 'from Laurentum'.
#8655
English
From Lucanus
#9194
English
Combination of names Brandon and other variations
English
From the meadow
English↑ Rising
a hill or a rising ground
English
A beloved name with deep roots
English
no specific meaning, modern invented name
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
English
A beloved name with deep roots
English
A beloved name with deep roots
English
A beloved name with deep roots
English
young hare
English
Strong, warrior
English
Famed warrior; Warrior fame

English Unisex Names Starting With L

10 gender-neutral names

#812
English
Variant of Lynne or derived from 'lime tree'.
#986
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1003
English
Crowned with laurel
#1076
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1086
English
Faithfulness and allegiance
#1283
English
Helmet or protection
#2406
English
a form of the name 'Lian'
#6752
English↑ Rising
a variant of Lynx, a wild cat symbolizing independence and intuition
English↑ Rising
related to the moon
English↑ Rising
Link; Connection