Leston
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Leston first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 38 babies have been named Leston in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leston is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,250 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,250
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Spanish/Italian origin
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Ancient Greek origin
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Hebrew origin
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Latin origin
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Ancient Greek origin
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About the Name Leston
Leston is a boy name .
Leston is currently ranked #34,250 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leston include Les, Ley, Lesie, and Lestie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Leston include Lester . 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