Lester vs Cypress

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lester

Boy #1,578 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Roman fort on the River Leir"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,578
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Cypress

Boy #1,418 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cypress tree"

Origin: Greek kyparissos

Cultural Roots

American English Mediterranean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,418
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lester Rank #1,578
Cypress Rank #1,418

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 vs #1578 for Lester.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lester or Cypress more popular?

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 compared to Lester at #1578 in the United States.

What do Lester and Cypress mean?

Lester means "Roman fort on the River Leir" (Old English origin). Cypress means "cypress tree" (Greek kyparissos origin).

Are Lester and Cypress boy or girl names?

Lester is primarily a boy name. Cypress is primarily a boy name.

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