Female and male first names beginning with the letter “L”..

Rare African-origin female name possibly coined by Langston Hughes, whose meaning may be 'beautiful flower' or 'graceful one'.

Unique African American name coined in the early 20th century, meaning 'delightful' or 'graceful', and popularized in the US during the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Yoruba origin, means 'she brings joy or happiness'.

The female name Lasheila originates from Africa's Yoruba culture, where it translates to 'God has answered me' or 'God has granted my wish', reflecting parental love and divine intervention.

Captivating African American name derived from 'Oshun', the Yoruba river goddess of life and fertility, meaning 'she who rules over the river Oshun'.

African-origin Yoruba name meaning 'she has brought forth a daughter', celebrating the joy of having a daughter.

Rare, made-up name of unknown origin with no widely accepted meaning or etymology. It is often chosen for its uniqueness and distinctive sound by those who value creativity in naming traditions.

Unique Hebrew name meaning "God is my oath," signifying commitment and profound faith.

Unique American girl's name from the mid-20th century, possibly derived from 'Las' (shortened Hungarian name Laszlo) and 'Shell', with no explicit meaning.

African-derived name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'abundance' or 'wealth', reflecting prosperity and success.

Unique name of unknown origin, often associated with the concept of light due to its phonetic similarity to words like "laser" and "shine".

Lashema, a rare Hebrew feminine given name, means "one who hears" or "one who listens," symbolizing attentiveness and wisdom gained through active listening.

Unique African female given name derived from Swahili "lasheni," meaning "six." It signifies strength, resilience, and prosperity in Swahili culture.

Rare Igbo-Nigerian name whose meaning, 'birth has arrived', adds to its uniqueness.

Captivating African name derived from the Yoruba culture, meaning "beauty" and often chosen to represent a newborn's charm or express hope for their future grace.

Rare Hebrew female given name meaning "song" or "songbird," associated with music and celebration in Jewish culture, first appearing in the Book of Isaiah.

Elegant American name of French origin, derived from "lachaise" meaning 'hare', symbolizing speed, grace, and intelligence.

Rare, Hebrew-derived name meaning "God is my light".

African name of Nigerian origin, with roots in the Yoruba language meaning "God has given me beauty".

Unique American given name with unknown origins and meaning, believed to be a modern twist on traditional names like Laszlo but without concrete evidence. It has gained popularity recently among parents seeking distinctive names for their children despite its mysterious beginnings.

Unique African-derived name, meaning 'There is no one else like you' in Yoruba.

Uncommon yet striking African-origin female name derived from Swahili's "lashika", meaning 'to bite' or 'pinch'.

Unique African American name from early 20th century, with unclear origin but often associated with strength and resilience.

Indian origin name derived from 'Lakshmi', meaning 'good fortune'.

African origin name derived from Swahili, meaning "the firstborn child".

Rare feminine given name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from African "Lasheka" meaning "wise leader", or Arabic "Layla" translating to "night".

Uncommon Arabic girls' name meaning 'leader' or 'commander'.

Indian origin name derived from Sanskrit 'Lakshya', meaning 'aim' or 'goal', associated with the goddess Lakshmi.

Rare Hebrew girl's name derived from "lashon" meaning "tongue" or "speech", suggesting eloquence, and also combining elements of "Lashech" (lick) and "Yishay" (there is joy), implying bringing joy through words. It has gained recognition in modern times for its unique heritage, sound, and meaningful symbolism.

English name derived from "leac" (play/sport) combined with "-ly," signifying 'relating to play' or 'engaging in sport'.

Hebrew origin meaning 'language' or 'tongue', holds deep spiritual significance in Judaism, symbolizing communication with the divine.

Distinctive Hebrew name derived from the word 'lashon', meaning 'language' or 'tongue'. In Jewish tradition, it represents God's communicative power.

Unique and beautiful African name from Swahili culture meaning "laughing," signifying someone who brings joy and laughter to others.

American coined name from the late 20th century, potentially derived from Laura and Shannon or African-American blends like Latasha and Kandace.

African American name created in the 1970s by blending LaShanda and Leshanda, with meanings related to feminine beauty or grace.

African-American name composed of "Lasha" meaning beauty and "ndia" meaning India, translating to "beauty of India". It gained popularity in the US during the 1970s-80s as part of a trend towards unique, meaningful names inspired by cultural heritage. Today, Lashondia remains distinctive, often associated with confident individuals who appreciate their cultural roots.

Lashondra, of African origin, means "beauty" in Swahili, blending African heritage with Western naming trends.

American name composed of "Las", meaning "to bring light", and "Hondria", derived from Greek "hondonios", meaning "from the sea". It can be interpreted as "bringing light from the sea" and gained popularity in the late 20th century.

Rare American name created by combining the names Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, prominent NBA players of the 1980s. Its meaning is unclear as it's not derived from any known language or culture, but it may represent a unique identity or combination of qualities associated with its basketball player namesakes.

African name of Swahili origin, meaning "our life.