Garden of hollies
Derived from the Scottish surname and place name Leslie, which likely comes from the Gaelic words for a garden or court of holly trees. While originally a masculine clan name, it became a popular feminine choice in the mid-20th century, with the 'ey' spelling often preferred for girls.
Less common today
Lesley isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #394 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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