Leslie
girl name#712 in 2025Leslie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #56 in 1981, ranks #712 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#712
rank today
#56
peak (1981)
393
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #630 |
| 1890s | #583 |
| 1900s | #621 |
| 1910s | #680 |
| 1920s | #653 |
| 1930s | #560 |
| 1940s | #199 |
| 1950s | #101 |
| 1960s | #74 |
| 1970s | #68 |
| 1980s | #77 |
| 1990s | #122 |
| 2000s | #109 |
| 2010s | #363 |
| 2020s | #643 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leslie has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 245,000 people named Leslie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leslie alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leslie in 2025?
- Leslie ranks #712 among US girl names in 2025, with 393 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leslie most popular?
- Leslie peaked in 1981, reaching #56 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Leslie with classmates?
- Leslie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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