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How to pronounce Leslie (LEZ-lee)

Leslie

LEZ-lee

LEZlee

The 's' sounds like 'z'. In Australia used for both genders, more often female now.

Notes

The 's' sounds like 'z'. In Australia used for both genders, more often female now.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Meaning
garden of holly

Popularity

Traditionally the masculine spelling in Australian and British use; reversed in American use.

Notable people

  • Leslie Nielsen (Canadian-American actor)

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