How to Pronounce Lester
Lester / lehstɚ /
The name Lester is a Male name of English origin meaning "From Leicester". It is pronounced lehstɚ.
English Male
Meaning & Origin
Lester is a English name meaning "From Leicester". English, derived from the city name Leicester. Leicester is composed of the river name Legro combined with the Old English 'ceaster' (camp or Roman fort).
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic lehstɚ
IPA lɛstɚ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as lehstɚ. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Lester
- · Lester B. Pearson - Former Prime Minister of Canada
- · Lester Young - Jazz Saxophonist
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Lester?
- Lester is pronounced lehstɚ.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Lester?
- The correct pronunciation of Lester is lehstɚ (IPA: lɛstɚ).
- Is Lester a English name?
- Yes, Lester is a English name meaning "From Leicester".
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