Lesly is a variant of the name Leslie, which originated as a Scottish surname derived from the place-name Leslie in Aberdeenshire. The place-name is believed to come from the Gaelic elements leas meaning "garden" and celyn meaning "holly," translating to "garden of holly." Since the 19th century, Leslie has been used as a given name, and in the United States it became more common as a feminine name after the 1940s. Lesly reflects the rise of modified spellings, such as Lesley and Lesleigh, that distinguish the feminine use. Notable Bearers Several notable individuals bear the given name Lesly. Lesly Fellinga (born 1985) is a Haitian footballer. Lesly Malouda (born 1983) is a French footballer. Lesly St. Fleur is a Bahamian footballer active in the 21st century. As a surname, Walter Lesly appears as a fictional character. Variants and Related Forms Lesly is a variant of Leslie, alongside Lesleigh. A diminutive form is Lessie, and a masculine form is Les. Meaning: Variant of Leslie, "garden of holly" Origin: Scottish Gaelic Type: Given name Usage regions: English-speaking countries