Leslie is a girl name of Scottish origin meaning “Garden of holly”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 30% of baby names. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.
LEZ-lee
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 30% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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