Lesta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lesta originates from Old English, meaning 'to cease' or 'to stop'. It has evolved from the Old English form 'lǣst' to its modern version. While it lacks biblical relevance, it was more commonly used in medieval England. Today, Lesta is considered unique and has few variants.
The name Lesta is most popular in Kansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lesta has been stalled for female in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest. Across generations, 'Lesta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2301st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2833rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4506th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Lesta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lesta"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛstə/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Lesta is derived from the Old English word 'lǣst', meaning 'to cease' or 'to stop'. It has connections to various geographic locations in England, particularly associated with places characterized by the name 'Lest' or similar forms.
Meaning
to cease, to stop
Language Evolution
Lǣst (Old English), Lesta (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lesta was primarily used in medieval England and has gained some popularity in modern times due to its unique sound and historical roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Lest, Lestin
Modern Popularity & Image
Lesta is perceived as a unique and somewhat old-fashioned name, appealing to those who appreciate traditional and historical names.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lesta"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lesta"
"Lesta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2301st of 9107 | 260 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2833rd of 9204 | 183 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4506th of 12526 | 145 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Lesta" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lesta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lesta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lesta" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.