Female and male names starting with the letter "L" .
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LEYANNI
FeminineUnique Spanish female name derived from "ley" meaning law, conveying strength and fairness.
LEYAT
FeminineExotic and unique name with unknown origins and no recognized meaning.
LEYCESTER
MasculineUncommon English given name primarily used for males, with occasional usage for females. Originating from the historic town and district of Leicestershire in England's East Midlands region, its popularity peaked during the Middle Ages before declining to rarity today.
LEYDA
FeminineUncommon yet meaningful female given name with Latin origins, derived from 'laeta' meaning 'happy' or 'joyful'.
LEYDEN
MasculineDistinctive Dutch given name derived from Leiden, Netherlands' historic city meaning "marshy land.
LEYDI
FeminineUnique Spanish name derived from the word "ley," meaning "law.
LEYDY
FeminineRare yet meaningful female name of Latin American origin, derived from "Layda" meaning 'happy' or 'joyful'.
LEYI
FeminineRare yet elegant Chinese unisex name derived from "乐" (lè) meaning 'music' or 'enjoyment', and "意" (yì) meaning 'meaning' or 'intention', combining to signify 'happiness'.
LEYIAH
FeminineHebrew name meaning "night", inspired by Leah, one of Jacob's wives in the Bible.
LEYKA
FeminineUnique Greek-derived name, originally meaning "white," associated with light and purity in ancient Greek culture.
LEYLA
FeminineArabic name derived from "layla", meaning "night".
LEYLAH
FeminineUnique Arabic name meaning 'night', derived from Layla. It's known for its association with the tragic love story of Layla and Majnun, but also evokes beauty and mystery.
LEYLAHNI
FeminineAyin is an Arabic name for girls meaning 'eye', signifying vigilance, wisdom, and sight. It's uncommon yet distinctive.
LEYLAN
MasculineArabic name meaning "noble", derived from Layla, "night". It's a unique and distinctive name gaining popularity worldwide, particularly in France, Belgium, and Canada since the 1990s.
LEYLAND
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from "leah" meaning "woodland clearing" and "land", translating to "clearing in the land".
LEYLANI
FeminineFilipino name meaning "she who brings happiness.
LEYLANIE
FeminineUnique Spanish name with Arabic influences, meaning 'dark beauty', gaining popularity in South America during the late 20th century.
LEYLANNI
FeminineUnique and intriguing name of unknown origin, its meaning yet to be discovered, allowing its bearers to create their own significance. Despite this uncertainty, Leylanni has a rich history of global use, transcending cultural boundaries.
LEYLANY
FeminineUnique Latin-derived name meaning 'happy' or 'cheerful', created by Miguel de Cervantes for his novel "Don Quixote", though some sources suggest Arabic origins from Layla meaning 'night beauty'. It's sparingly used but associated with creativity and intellect due to its literary roots.
LEYLI
FeminineDistinctive Persian name meaning 'night', drawn from the epic love story 'Leyli and Majnun'.
LEYNA
FeminineRare Scandinavian-derived name meaning "play" or "game," reflecting its lively origins and once popular during the Viking Age.
LEYNAH
FeminineUnique Welsh name derived from "Leanne," meaning "graceful" or "kind." It signifies elegance and kindness, reflecting highly valued qualities in Welsh culture.
LEYNI
FeminineRare Basque name that may mean "the first one" or "the leader".
LEYON
MasculineFrench name derived from the word "lion," meaning "lion." It was originally used as a nickname for brave individuals during the Middle Ages before becoming a popular given name for boys in France and beyond.
LEYONA
FeminineUnique Spanish feminine name derived from "ley," meaning "law." Coined by Miguel de Unamuno in his novel "Niebla," Leyona evokes strength and justice, with no historical associations beyond its literal translation. Easy to pronounce and write, it offers parents a distinctive international choice for their daughter.
LEYONNA
FeminineRare, beautiful name with unknown origins, potentially drawing inspiration from the French 'lézard' meaning 'lizard', or the Italian 'Leonardo', conveying adaptability, strength, and uniqueness.
LEYRA
FeminineDistinctive Spanish female given name derived from the word "ley", meaning law.
LEYRE
FeminineDistinctively Basque given name derived from 'leize', meaning 'cave', symbolizing strength and refuge.
LEYSHA
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew female name derived from Leah, meaning "weary," but embodying courage and endurance.
LEYSI
FeminineUnique Greek name derived from 'lesvia', meaning 'from Lesbos'. It's associated with the island's rich history and the poet Sappho, symbolizing connection to Lesbos' culture and heritage.
LEYTON
MasculineEnglish name derived from the town Leyton in east London, meaning "farm in the woodland clearing".
LEYTON
FeminineEnglish name derived from the Old English words "leah" and "tun," meaning "settlement in the clearing.
LEYU
FeminineRare Chinese name often linked to happiness, despite its unknown origin and history.
LEYVER
MasculineUnknown origin given name with no known historical or cultural significance.
LEZA
FeminineLeza: A Basque origin name meaning "moonlight" or "reflection of the moon on water", historically popular among women in the Basque Country and now internationally recognized.
LEZAH
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew feminine name meaning "to leap" or "to bound," symbolizing gracefulness and vigor.
LEZANNE
FeminineCharming and distinctive French girl's name derived from "lezard," meaning "lizard.
LEZER
MasculineRare and intriguing first name with uncertain origins, possibly deriving from Hebrew meaning 'helper' or 'assistant,' though this is unconfirmed.
LEZETTE
FeminineRare, distinctive French girl's name believed to derive from the Occitan word "lezeta," meaning "little lake" or "small pond." Its exact origins are unclear, adding to its mystique.
LEZLEE
FeminineRare English name likely derived from Lee, which may have Korean or Scottish origins, meaning "bamboo grove" or "garden of holly," respectively.