Lester vs Ferry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lester Rank #1,578
Ferry Rank #32,658

Lester is more popular, ranked #1578 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lester or Ferry more popular?

Lester is more popular, ranked #1578 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Lester and Ferry mean?

Lester means "Roman fort on the River Leir" (Old English origin). Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin).

Are Lester and Ferry boy or girl names?

Lester is primarily a boy name. Ferry is primarily a boy name.

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