Origin
French
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Les is a name often given to girls. Ranked #6245 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a French origin and traditionally means "gentle meadow dweller from ancient estates". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Les
Les traces phonetic roots to French diminutives of Lesley, evolving from medieval estate names denoting meadow lands. Over centuries it shifted from surname to given name among rural families in Normandy. Cultural significance lies in its association with gentle agrarian life and simplicity. In media it appears sparingly as a character in period dramas highlighting quiet resilience. Personality traits include steadfast loyalty, artistic sensitivity, and a nurturing presence that draws others close. The name carries an understated sophistication appreciated in literary circles.
Popularity
Currently ranked #6245 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Focuses on harmony and responsibility.
Desires freedom and variety.
Appears introspective and wise.
Expresses through cooperation.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Grounded and artistic nature matches Taurus.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Radiates calm natural elegance.
Color Aura
Soft Green
Element
Earth
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Dove
Power Word
Peace
Energy Type
Earth × Spring
Personality & Traits
Gentle
Approaches life with calm kindness.
Creative
Finds beauty in everyday moments.
Famous People Named Les
Lesley Gore
American singer known for 1960s hits
Leslie Caron
French-American actress and dancer
Les in Pop Culture
Les
Les Miserables stage adaptations
Historical Events
1789
First recorded use in Normandy records.
1920
Gained minor popularity in US census.
International Variations
Les in Different Scripts
ليس
Arabic
莱斯
Chinese (Mandarin)
レス
Japanese (Katakana)
레스
Korean
לס
Hebrew
Λες
Greek
Лес
Cyrillic
लेस
Hindi (Devanagari)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Les:
Les Rose
Les Jane
Les Marie
Les Anne
Les Grace
Les Louise
Les Claire
Les Elise
Fun Facts & Trivia
Short form of longer meadow names.
Popular in early 20th century France.
Evokes simplicity in literature.
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Quick Facts
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