Lester

Boy's name

Lester is of Old English origin, derived from the name Leofric. It means "from Leicester" or "dweller at the Roman town."

Meaning From Leicester, England
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 109
Peak year 1918

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Notable Namesakes

  • Lester Holt - News anchor for NBC Nightly News.
  • Lester Young - Jazz saxophonist known for his improvisational style.
  • Lester B. Pearson - Former Prime Minister of Canada and Nobel laureate.
  • Lester Maddox - Former Governor of Georgia and segregationist.
  • Lester Bangs - Influential music journalist and critic.
  • Lester Hayes - Former NFL cornerback for the Oakland Raiders.
  • Lester Piggott - Legendary jockey in horse racing.
  • Lester Flatt - Bluegrass musician and member of Flatt & Scruggs.
  • Lester Bowie - Jazz trumpeter and co-founder of the Art Ensemble of Chicago.
  • Lester del Rey - Prolific science fiction author and editor.

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