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Lester

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Lester is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname derived from Leicester, England, meaning 'camp of the Legore'.”. It currently ranks #1580 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Lester Means

An English surname derived from Leicester, England, meaning 'camp of the Legore'.

The Story of Lester

This name echoes from the English countryside, once a badge of belonging to a Roman camp, now a sound of dependable character.

Lester originates as an English surname derived from the place name Leicester, meaning 'camp of the Legore,' referring to a Roman settlement. It entered English usage as a given name, particularly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, carrying connotations of tradition and a grounded, reliable nature. It traveled from England to America, where it became a solid, recognizable name.

When you think of a steadfast presence, Lester has a comforting weight to it, like a well-worn leather armchair. You'll feel its honest simplicity when you write it on his birth certificate, a promise of reliability. Hearing your son Lester’s name called across a park evokes a sense of loyalty and steadfastness you’ll always cherish.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Lester Young

    American jazz tenor saxophonist.

  • Lester B. Pearson

    Canadian statesman and diplomat.

Personality Traits

reliablehonestloyalpractical

Peak Year

#3,265 in 1918

Total Births

131,938

First Recorded

1880

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