Female and male names starting with the letter "L" .
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LYSHA
FeminineSlavic female given name derived from the Russian diminutive Ли́за, meaning 'Elizabeth' which originates from the Hebrew Elisheba, 'my God is an oath'.
LYSHON
FeminineRare, unique name of unknown origin, chosen for its distinctiveness.
LYSLE
MasculineUncommon English name derived from the Old French word 'lisle', meaning 'island'.
LYSSA
FeminineDistinctive Greek female name meaning 'to release' or 'set free', derived from the goddess of liberation in ancient Greek mythology.
LYSSETTE
FeminineRare French feminine given name derived from 'lys', meaning 'lily'. It signifies purity, elegance, and grace.
LYTA
FeminineGreek given name meaning 'from Lyttos,' an ancient Cretan city, with a mythical connection to water nymphs.
LYTE
MasculineRare, intriguing name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Greek word 'lythos' meaning 'stone', or a variant spelling of English 'Light'. It has been used for centuries with notable bearers like Sir Henry Lyte, poet and hymn-writer, and Thomas Lyte, East India Company founder.
LYTH
MasculineRare Scottish name derived from the Gaelic word "srath", meaning "valley".
LYTIA
FeminineGreek origin, means "flowing water" or "stream," reflecting its connection to nature and the element of water.
LYTINA
FeminineUnique Greek name derived from 'lythos', meaning stone, coined by Sappho in 7th century BC.
LYTISHA
FeminineDistinctive African American name created during the U.S. civil rights movement, derived from 'Lydia' meaning 'noble', and 'Tish', a diminutive of Theresa meaning 'to harvest'.
LYTLE
MasculineRare American given name coined by poet Edgar Lee Masters for his fictional characters in 'Spoon River Anthology', with uncertain origins but possibly linked to the English surname meaning 'from the little lake'.
LYTONIA
FeminineLythonia is a unique female name of Greek origin, derived from 'lythos', meaning 'stone' or 'rock'. It signifies strength, durability, and resilience.
LYTONYA
FeminineUncommon African American name derived from Latonya and Yolanda, meaning "violet flower" with creative, independent individuals associated with it.
LYTZI
FeminineRare and distinctive name of uncertain origin and meaning, often speculated to be a shortened form of Lyndsey or Lindsey, or a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Leisel.
LYTZY
FeminineLytzy: Origin unknown, possibly variant of Lizzy or Elizabeth; phonetic name without specific meaning.
LYUBOV
FeminineSlavic feminine name of Russian origin, meaning 'love'.
LYUDMILA
FeminineSlavic feminine given name of Eastern European origin, derived from 'lyudi' meaning people and 'mila' meaning dear or beloved.
LYV
FeminineUnique and distinctive given name of unknown origin, possibly derived from 'Love' or 'Lucia', but its true meaning remains mysterious.
LYVETTE
FeminineRare yet captivating female name of French origin, meaning 'fawn-colored', inspired by the elegance of fawns and often associated with the color brown.
LYVIA
FeminineDistinctive feminine name of Latin origin, meaning 'strength' and inspired by the Roman wolf, popularized by Livia Drusilla, wife of Emperor Augustus.
LYVONNE
FeminineDistinctive French name derived from 'lyon,' meaning 'lion,' symbolizing strength and courage.
LYWANDA
FeminineAfrican-derived name from Swahili, meaning "bringer of peace.
LYZ
FeminineUnique, globally embraced name of Hebrew origin, derived from Elizabeth meaning 'God is my salvation'.
LYZA
FeminineDistinctive feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "power" or "strength".
LYZAH
FeminineRare Hebrew girls' name meaning "God is my oath," signifying deep commitment to one's beliefs.
LYZANDER
MasculineRare, Greek-derived boy's name meaning 'free man', offering a strong, distinctive option with ancient roots.
LYZANDRA
FeminineDistinctive female name of uncertain origin, often associated with liberation due to its possible Greek roots but popularized through fantasy culture.
LYZBETH
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning "God is my oath," popular among families honoring their Jewish heritage despite variants like Elizabeth.
LYZETH
FeminineUnique Spanish-derived name from Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath" or "Consecrated to God," popularized by its modern spelling with a 'z'.
LYZETTE
FeminineRare, captivating French name meaning "lily and rose," symbolizing beauty and grace.