3376 Trendy Baby Names That Start With L

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For parents seeking the perfect name for their little one, names beginning with L hold a special charm. Occupying the 12th position in the alphabet, L strikes a perfect balance between the starting A and the ending Z. Besides, the letter L offers a wide variety of names in different cultures and languages. You can find baby names starting with L in every culture, language, and religion. One of the main reasons parents choose names starting with L is because of their phonetic beauty. The letter L produces a soft sound that is pleasing to the ear. Baby names starting from L therefore have a gentle and harmonious feel that sounds classic and full of grace. They exude a sense of elegance and charm, which makes them a popular choice for parents across the globe.

From Lucas to Leo and Lily to Letitia, the meanings of these names cover a wide variety that is lilting to the ears. Additionally, names starting with L have found so much popularity that several names have made it to the top ten list in the US in the last decade. While Liam has been ranking first for several years, Lucas and Luna, too, feature prominently (1) (2) (3). Celebrities with names starting with L have helped boost the popularity of these names as well. Leonardo DiCaprio, Liam Neeson, and Lily Collins are some of the most notable bearers of such names. Other languages, too, have contributed majorly to the popularity of names starting with L. From the Arabic Layla to the Sanskrit Lakshmi, Greek Lysander, and the Spanish Luis, these names are found in almost every language. Hebrew names such as Levi are mentioned in the Bible, too. Literary names starting from L have also been a part of the people’s consciousness. From Lancelot in Arthurian legends to Lizzie in Pride and Prejudice, Luna in the Harry Potter series and Lisbeth in The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo series, these names have been an almost constant presence in books and movies.

With such a wide variety of choices, it comes as no surprise that baby names that start with L have been a favorite for several generations now. From traditional to modern names, you will find these names enduring and everlasting. The timeless quality of these names is what makes them so attractive to parents.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Liam	Boy	Strong-willed warrior; Protector; Guardian; My nation; My people
Lucas	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Levi	Boy	Joined; Attached; He will join
Logan	Boy	Little hollow
Layla	Girl	Night; Dark
Leo	Boy	Lion
Lily	Girl	Name of a flower; Purity; Innocence
Luke	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Luca	Boy	Bringer of light; From Lucania; Light
Lincoln	Boy	Pool or lake colony

Leah	Girl	Weary; Tired; Cow
Lillian	Girl	My god is an oath; Lily flower; Purity
Landon	Boy	Long hill
Leonardo	Boy	Brave lion; Hard; Brave; Hardy
Lydia	Girl	Woman from Lydia
Liliana	Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Lyla	Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island
Luka	Boy	From Lucania; Light
Lorenzo	Boy	From Laurentum; Laurel
Lucia	Girl	Light

Leon	Boy	Lion
Londyn	Girl	From London; By the impassable river
Leila	Girl	Night time; Dark
Lilly	Girl	Lily; Pure; Innocence; My God is an oath
Lila	Girl	Playful; Amusement; Dark beauty; Night
Lukas	Boy	Illumination; Light
Laila	Girl	Night; Dark beauty; Dark-haired
Lilah	Girl	Night beauty; Delicate; Night
Louis	Boy	Famous warrior
Lainey	Girl	Torch; Bright light

Lennox	Boy	Place of elms
Lola	Girl	Sorrows
Lilith	Girl	Of the night
Lucille	Girl	Light; To shine
Lane	Boy	Narrow lane; Path; Meadow
Lena	Girl	Torch; Bright shining light; Of Magdala; Tower
Leia	Girl	Weary; Heavenly child
Lia	Girl	Weary; Cow; Rose; Downy bearded; Bearer of good news
Lawson	Boy	Son of Lawrence
Lilliana	Girl	Lily; Purity; My god is an oath

Lana	Girl	Small rock; Afloat
Leonel	Boy	Lion
Laura	Girl	Laurel; Bay laurel plant
Luciana	Girl	Light; Illumination
Liana	Girl	My God has answered; To twine around; Lily flower; Bound by vines; Glowing lady
Lyric	Girl	Songlike
Lexi	Girl	Defender; Helper; Defending men
Leland	Boy	Fallow land
Luciano	Boy	Light; Shining
Lorelei	Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress

Leonidas	Boy	Lion-like; Son of a lion; Lion
Lucca	Boy	Bringer of light; Marshy
Lewis	Boy	Famous in battle
Lyra	Girl	Of the lyre; Song
Leona	Girl	Brave lioness
Lorelai	Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress
Ledger	Boy	To sit or lay; People; Spear
Lylah	Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate
Lawrence	Boy	From Laurentum; Bright; Shining
Lucian	Boy	Light; Illumination

Leandro	Boy	Lion-like person
Landen	Boy	From the long hill
Layton	Boy	Leek town
Laurel	Girl	Laurel tree; Bay tree
Lilian	Girl	Lily
Layne	Boy	Narrow lane; Country road; Path
Louise	Girl	Famous warrior
Leonard	Boy	Lion-like; Brave man
Laney	Girl	Brilliant; Bright; Torch
Lionel	Boy	Young lion

Lina	Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
Leyla	Girl	Night; Daughter of the night
Lara	Girl	Women of the Citadel; Famous; Shine; Protection
Lliv	Girl	Life; Protection; Shelter; Olive
Louisa	Girl	Famous warrior
Landyn	Boy	Long hill
Lee	Boy	Clearing; Meadow
Louie	Boy	Famous warrior
Lachlan	Boy	Land of the lakes; Warlike
Langston	Boy	Long stone

Lea	Girl	Delicate; Weary
Livia	Girl	Envious; Blue; To envy; Olive
Lillie	Girl	Lily; Pledged to God
Lacey	Girl	From Lassy; Cheerful
Lance	Boy	Weapon; Land
Linda	Girl	Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait
Larry	Boy	From Laurentum
Laylah	Girl	Night time; Dark
Lindsey	Girl	Island of linden trees; Lincoln's Island; Lake colony
Lilianna	Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence

Lexie	Girl	Defender of men; Defender; Helper
Loretta	Girl	Laurel grove
Lilyana	Girl	From the flower name Lily; My God is an oath; Purity
Leroy	Boy	The king
Leanna	Girl	Light; To twine around; Bright
Luella	Girl	Famous warrior
Lyanna	Girl	Symbol of strength
Loyalty	Girl	Loyal; Legal
Lgnacio	Boy	Fire
Luisa	Girl	Famous warrior

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Baby names that start with L encompass a variety of choices. They offer a wide variety of meanings in almost every language and culture. They are found since ancient times, even in the Bible. Moreover, they have a strong literary presence. Several celebrities have names starting with L, which makes them even more desirable. It could be said that baby names that start with L show remarkable adaptability. They can be traditional and contemporary at the same time. This timeless quality has made baby names that start with L a popular choice among parents of all generations worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some names starting with the letter ‘L’ that mean ‘joy’ or ‘happiness’?

Names starting with ‘L’ that have meanings related to joy or happiness can be found in various languages. The English feminine name Letitia comes from the Late Latin Laetitia and ‘happiness’ or ‘joy,’ the unisex Hebrew name Liron means ‘my joy,’ and the unisex name Lethabo means ‘joy’ in Sotho and Tswana.

2. Is there a girl's name that begins with the letter ‘L’ and ends with ‘L’?

There aren't many girl names that start and end with the letter L. The Latin-origin name Laurel, derived from the laurel tree, is an exception.

3. Are there any Roman god names that start with the letter ‘L’?

You will find two Roman deities whose names start with the letter ‘L.’ Luna is the Roman Goddess of the moon, while Liber is the god of freedom, viticulture, wine, and male fertility.

Infographic: Prominent Baby Names Starting With L

Baby names starting with the letter L can be found across languages. The letter may be pronounced differently, but it packs a uniform charm across cultures. Names beginning with this letter are also often easy to pronounce, with various options across genders. Check out the infographic below with some lovely baby names beginning with the letter L.

baby names that start with l (infographic)

References

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Popularity of name Liam.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
Popularity of name Lucas.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
Popularity of name Luna.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/

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