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Leslie

Leslie is a girl name of English origin.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#500

How popular is Leslie?

Popularity in the United States

Leslie has been given to 380,951 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 3,267 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Leslie per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Leslie has been given to 15,473 babies in France since 1909, peaking in the 1980s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Leslie per year in France, 1909–2022. Source: INSEE
380,951 Babies named since 1880
1960s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Leslie

Is Leslie a boy's or a girl's name?

Leslie is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Leslie?

Leslie has been given to 380,951 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1960s. Its use has declined since that peak.