Holding steady.
Popularity of Lesa since 1915
Babies named Lesa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 117 |
| 1950s | 2,472 |
| 1960s | 6,310 |
| 1970s | 1,693 |
| 1980s | 547 |
| 1990s | 205 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lesa is a name that saw its peak in 1965, registering strong popularity during the 1960s before gradually falling out of common use. Though its exact origins are debated, it is widely considered a variant of Lisa, itself a diminutive of Elizabeth. The name has maintained a stable, low-profile presence in recent decades, and it has not ranked in the top 1,000 names since the late 20th century. Lesa was first recorded in U.S. data in 1915, but its most notable era remains the mid-1960s, when it reached its highest usage among American girls.
Lesa is a relatively modern given name, likely a variant of Lisa or Liza, which themselves are diminutives of Elizabeth. Elizabeth derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath.' The name Lesa emerged in the early 20th century, with its peak of usage in the United States during the 1960s. It may also be influenced by the name Leslie or considered a respelling of Lisa.
Where Lesa is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee, Lele, Les
Sibling names for Lesa
Names that share Lesa's style, for a brother or sister.
