LESLEY

Unisex

Meaning

From the gray fortress or garden of hollies.

Etymology

Lesley derives from a Scottish place name, likely from Gaelic 'leas' meaning 'garden' or 'court' combined with 'leigh' meaning 'field', or alternatively from 'les' (gray) and 'ley' (fortress). The name was originally a Scottish surname before becoming used as a given name.

About the Name LESLEY

Lesley is a Scottish name that has become popular as a given name throughout English-speaking countries, used for both males and females. The spelling 'Lesley' is more commonly feminine while 'Leslie' is more commonly masculine, though both are unisex.

Notable Bearers

Lesley Gore (singer) Lesley Stahl (journalist) Lesley Manville (actress)

Historical People Named LESLEY

LESLEY JACKSON