How to Pronounce Leslie
Leslie / lehslee /
The name Leslie is a Unisex name of English origin meaning "Holly Garden". It is pronounced lehslee.
English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Leslie is a English name meaning "Holly Garden". Derived from a Scottish surname, which itself is from a place name in Aberdeenshire. The place name likely comes from the Gaelic 'leas cuilein', meaning 'garden of hollies' or 'gray fortress'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic lehslee
IPA lɛsli
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as lehslee. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Leslie
- · Leslie Howard - Actor
- · Leslie Nielsen - Actor
- · Leslie Odom Jr. - Actor
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Leslie?
- Leslie is pronounced lehslee.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Leslie?
- The correct pronunciation of Leslie is lehslee (IPA: lɛsli).
- Is Leslie a English name?
- Yes, Leslie is a English name meaning "Holly Garden".
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