Lester

Boy

Origin: Old English · English

Meaning

“from Leicester”

Cultural Notes

Originally a surname referring to someone from Leicester in England; jazz musician Lester Young was a legendary saxophonist.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1940s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Lester

  • Lester Young, Lester Flatt, Lester Bangs

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