Lesley
girl name#4546 in 2025Lesley entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #267 in 1979, ranks #4546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1893–2025
#4546
rank today
#267
peak (1979)
30
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1437 |
| 1910s | #3059 |
| 1920s | #3110 |
| 1930s | #2095 |
| 1940s | #735 |
| 1950s | #511 |
| 1960s | #448 |
| 1970s | #310 |
| 1980s | #387 |
| 1990s | #558 |
| 2000s | #716 |
| 2010s | #2105 |
| 2020s | #3873 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lesley has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 32,000 people named Lesley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lesley alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lesley in 2025?
- Lesley ranks #4546 among US girl names in 2025, with 30 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lesley most popular?
- Lesley peaked in 1979, reaching #267 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lesley with classmates?
- Lesley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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