Lestat
leh-STAHT
Lestat is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “A fictional name, from Anne Rice's *The Vampire Chronicles*. Meaning is not traditional.”. It currently ranks #8677 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2010.
What Lestat Means
“A fictional name, from Anne Rice's *The Vampire Chronicles*. Meaning is not traditional.”
The Story of Lestat
Across centuries and continents, a name whispered in darkness has found its way to you, carrying an ancient, captivating allure.
Lestat, a name conjured from the shadowed realms of literary fantasy, carries an enigmatic aura rather than a traditional etymology. While its origins are English in a modern sense, its true genesis lies within the pages of Anne Rice's *The Vampire Chronicles*, where it denotes a charismatic, immortal being. Its journey is one of modern mythology, evolving from prose into a name recognized for its dramatic and mysterious connotations.
When you speak the name 'Lestat' aloud, you might feel a shiver of intrigue, a sense of something powerful and alluring. This is a name for a child who will possess a magnetic presence, a profound intelligence, and a dramatic flair. You imagine him captivating a room, his eyes holding untold stories. Writing 'Lestat' feels like an act of bold storytelling, a claim of destiny.
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Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Lestat de Lioncourt
The protagonist of Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles series.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#37 in 2010
Total Births
514
First Recorded
1995
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