Les
Pronunciation: [ l-EHS ]
Les is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,257 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Les first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 32 babies have been named Les in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Les is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,257 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,257
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Les is also used as a boy name, ranked #28311.
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About the Name Les
Les is a girl name .
Is Les a boy or girl name? Les is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #36,257 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #28,311. Les is more commonly used as a boy name.
Les is currently ranked #36,257 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Les include Leslie, Lesly, Lesley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis