Lesia
Lesia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Lesia
- A diminutive of the female given name Olesya of Russian and Ukrainian usage.
- A female given name of Ukrainian usage.
Etymology
From Ukrainian Леся (Lesja)
How popular is Lesia?
Since 1880, 3,180 girls in the U.S. have been named Lesia. Its highest rank for girls was #574 in 1965. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Lesia
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Sibling name ideas for Lesia
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Lesia FAQ
What does the name Lesia mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Olesya of Russian and Ukrainian usage. A female given name of Ukrainian usage. From Ukrainian Леся (Lesja)
What is the origin of the name Lesia?
Lesia is listed as a name of Ukrainian origin.
How popular is the name Lesia?
Since 1880, 3,180 girls in the U.S. have been named Lesia. Its highest rank for girls was #574 in 1965. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Lesia a boy or girl name?
Lesia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,180 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.