Lesa
Lesa is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pledged to God; God is my oath.
Origin and history
Lesa is a modern spelling variant of Lisa, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Elizabeth. It gained notable usage in the mid-20th century in the United States as a short form or standalone name. While rare in recent years, it remains a recognized traditional variant.
Popularity in the United States
11,409 babies in the United States have been named Lesa since 1880. It ranks #1510 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.8 %)
- CA (7.1 %)
- OH (6.2 %)
- TN (5.6 %)
- MO (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 117 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,472 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,310 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,693 |
| 1980-1990 | 547 |
| 1990-2000 | 205 |
| 2000-2010 | 32 |
| 2010-2019 | 17 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Lesa saw its highest usage in the U.S. during the late 1950s and 1960s alongside the surge of the name Lisa.
- It developed primarily as a phonetic spelling alternative to the traditional Lisa.