Lester vs Ferrin

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

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lester Rank #1,578
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Lester is more popular, ranked #1578 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lester or Ferrin more popular?

Lester is more popular, ranked #1578 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Lester and Ferrin mean?

Lester means "Roman fort on the River Leir" (Old English origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Lester and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Lester is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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