Baby names starting with L

French · French-influenced name, possibly from 'la voie' (the way) or 'la foi' (the faith).

English · English-French place name meaning 'linden tree town' or 'flax settlement.'

English · From a Scottish or English surname, possibly from a place name meaning 'flagstone brook.'

German · Variant of Lehman, from German Lehnmann meaning 'feudal tenant' or 'man of the land.'

Greek · Ancient Greek name meaning 'wolf worker,' borne by the legendary Spartan lawgiver.

English · Possibly related to Lane or from Greek roots, meaning a narrow path or woolly.

French · Phonetic variant of Lawrence, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning from Laurentum, city of laurels.

Latin · From Latin 'laudare' meaning to praise, suggesting one who is praiseworthy.

English · Variant of Lemon or Lemmon, from Irish 'laoman' meaning little cloak or sweetheart.

English · From Old English 'leof' meaning dear or beloved, an affectionate name.

Hebrew · Variant of Laban, a biblical name meaning "white" or "pure."

English · English name meaning "young man" or "attendant," used as a given name.

Slavic · Anglicized variant of Vladimir, meaning "renowned ruler" or "famous prince."

English · From the Old French word for one who wields a lance; an occupational warrior name.

Slavic · Variant related to Laszlo, a Hungarian name meaning "glorious ruler."

Norse · Scandinavian form of Laurence, from Latin meaning "from Laurentum" or "crowned with laurel."

English · Variant of Lester, derived from the English city Leicester, meaning "Roman camp."

English · English place name meaning "settlement by a meadow" or "herb garden estate."

Latin · Variant spelling of Leo, meaning "lion."

English · From the Old English word for spring season, or Germanic meaning "gentle" or "mild."

German · Variant of Leonard, from Germanic elements meaning "brave as a lion."

Welsh · Variant spelling of Lloyd, from Welsh "llwyd" meaning "gray" or "gray-haired."

Greek · From Greek mythology, a nymph who was transformed into a lotus tree to escape pursuit.

French · Variant of Louis, from Germanic Chlodovech meaning "famous warrior" or "renowned in battle."

Latin · Variant spelling of Lucius, a Roman praenomen meaning "light" or "born at daylight."

English · English place name meaning "settlement by a torrent" or "town on a hill by a stream."

Latin · Variant of Laurel, from Latin laurus meaning 'laurel tree,' a symbol of victory and honor.

French · Elaborated feminine form likely from French loutre 'otter' or a coined name with French suffix -elle.

German · Feminine form of Lebert, from Germanic leud-berht meaning "bright among the people."

Latin · From Latin lecta meaning "chosen one" or "selected."

English · American coined name blending Lee and the feminine suffix -ola.

Hebrew · Hebrew name related to levonah meaning "frankincense" or "white."

Latin · Variant of Lauren, from Latin 'laurus' meaning laurel wreath, a symbol of victory.

French · Variant of Leonor or Eleanor, meaning light or compassion, borne by medieval queens.

Latin · Variant of Lavinia, a figure in Roman mythology and Virgil's Aeneid, meaning woman of Lavinium.

Latin · From Latin 'libertas' meaning freedom or liberty, a virtue name.

Latin · Variant of Laura, from Latin 'laurus' meaning laurel tree, symbolizing honor.

English · Modern coined name with French prefix La- and Dell (small valley).

French · From French 'la merle' meaning 'the blackbird.'

English · Modern coined name, possibly blending La- with a form of April.

Italian · Italian/Spanish name possibly meaning 'wild' or 'untamed.'

Latin · Variant of Laurice, from Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel' or 'victory.'

English · Modern blend of the prefix La- with Wanda, a Slavic name meaning 'wanderer.'

Spanish · Rare name possibly from Spanish 'leal' meaning 'loyal' or 'faithful.'

Greek · Variant of Letha, from Greek 'lethe' meaning 'forgetfulness' or 'oblivion.'

English · Modern blend of Len (lion-brave) and the French suffix -elle.

English · Rare name, likely a variant of Lowell or a blend of Lo- and Dell (valley).

French · Variant of Louise, from Germanic 'hlud' + 'wig' meaning 'famous warrior.'

English · Modern American coined name using the ornamental La- prefix with -dene.

English · Modern blend of the La- prefix with Donna, Italian for lady or woman.

Latin · Feminine form of Lorenzo/Laurence, from Latin laurus meaning laurel.

English · Modern English name, likely a variant of Lara or a creative respelling of Lorna.

English · Modern blend of the La- prefix with Ruth, Hebrew for friend or companion.

English · Modern coined name possibly influenced by French lavande (lavender) with an -a ending.

Latin · Phonetic variant of Leona, from Latin leo meaning lion or lioness.

English · Short form of Glenda or Belinda; possibly from Welsh glan (clean, pure).

Greek · Diminutive of Lena, ultimately from Greek Helene meaning bright or shining light.

English · Variant of Laura from Latin laurus (laurel); also an Australian place name.

Latin · Variant of Lavinia, a Latin name from Roman mythology borne by the wife of Aeneas.

Hebrew · Variant of Lisette, a French diminutive of Elizabeth meaning God is my oath.

French · Variant of Lorraine, from the French region name meaning kingdom of Lothar.

German · Feminine form blending Lou (famous warrior) with the Germanic -bert (bright).

English · Modern English name derived from the word love with a Latinate -era suffix.

English · Creative elaboration of Love with the diminutive -illa suffix, meaning little love.

French · French-influenced diminutive of Loyal, meaning faithful or true.

Latin · From Latin lux meaning light; also a historic city name in Spain and the Philippines.

German · Phonetic variant of Louise, from Germanic Ludwig meaning famous warrior.

Latin · Variant spelling of Lucinda, from Latin lux meaning light or illumination.

Latin · Variant of Lorenzo, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel.'

Latin · Variant of Lucian, from Latin 'lux' meaning 'light,' denoting one born at dawn.

English · Informal diminutive of Lawrence, from Latin Laurentius meaning "from Laurentum" (place of laurels).

Latin · From Latin "lenis" meaning gentle, smooth, or mild; a rare virtue-based given name.

English · Pet form of names like Lodovick (Ludovic), meaning famous warrior, used in Scotland.

English · Diminutive of Lawrence or Larry, ultimately from Latin Laurentius meaning "from Laurentum."

French · French origin meaning "the hall" or "the room," originally a locational surname.

Latin · Variant spelling of Lawrence, from Latin Laurentius meaning "from Laurentum," city of laurel trees.

German · German form of Leonard, from Germanic elements leon (lion) and hard (brave, hardy).

French · French-derived name meaning "the way" or "the journey," from la voie.

English · Variant of Lilburn, an English place name meaning "singing stream" or "lily stream."

Hebrew · Variant of Jonas, from Hebrew Yonah meaning "dove," a symbol of peace.

French · French origin, from the town of Lorris in France, or a variant of Loris meaning "laurel."

English · Variant of Lindal or Lyndall, Old English meaning "linden tree valley."

French · Derived from French 'le moine' meaning 'the monk', an occupational surname used as a given name.

English · A modern initialism used as a given name with no traditional etymology.

French · French occupational surname meaning 'the monk,' from Old French moine.

English · Variant of Lindell, meaning 'linden tree valley,' from Old English and Germanic roots.

Greek · Blend of Leander ('lion man' in Greek) and Lavender, the fragrant plant name.

Hebrew · Derived from the Hebrew Levi, meaning 'joined' or 'attached,' often a Yiddish surname form.

English · Germanic compound name meaning 'linden tree guardian,' combining lind and ward.

Welsh · Variant spelling of Lloyd, from Welsh llwyd meaning 'gray' or 'gray-haired.'

English · English surname from the place name Lathrop, meaning 'farmstead with a barn.'

English · English surname meaning 'man from the low ground' or 'hill dweller.'

English · Variant of Lowry, a diminutive of Lawrence, meaning 'from Laurentum.'

Norse · Scandinavian form of Ludwig, from Germanic elements meaning 'famous warrior.'

English · Modern American coinage, possibly a blend of Lenora and other feminine forms.

French · Variant spelling of Lorraine, from the French region named after King Lothar.

English · Endearment name derived from the English word 'love' with a feminine suffix.

Latin · Diminutive of Laura, from Latin 'laurus' meaning laurel tree, a symbol of victory.

English · Rare modern American name of uncertain origin, possibly a creative feminine coinage.

Latin · Feminine form of Leon, from Latin 'leo' meaning 'lion,' symbolizing courage and strength.

French · Variant of Louanna, a blend of Lou (famous warrior) and Anna (grace).

German · Feminine blend from Ludwig or Ludmilla roots, meaning 'famous in battle' or 'beloved of the people.'

Latin · Diminutive of Lupe, from the Spanish title Guadalupe, meaning 'valley of the wolf.'

French · From French 'la fée' meaning the fairy, or a surname-derived given name.

Latin · Diminutive related to Laura, from Latin 'laurus' meaning laurel or victory.

English · Modern American name, possibly blending Laura and Wanda, or place-inspired.

Greek · From Greek 'lenis' meaning gentle or soft, or a short form of Magdalena.

Latin · Rare name possibly from Latin 'levare' meaning to lift or raise up.

Latin · Possibly from Latin 'levis' meaning light or smooth, used as a coined feminine name.

English · Modern American compound of Lila (possibly from Arabic 'night' or Hebrew 'Delilah') and Mae (variant of May).

English · Rare English feminine name, likely a phonetic variant of Louene or a diminutive blend of Lou and the -ene suffix.

English · Compound of Lulu (playful diminutive) and Belle (French for 'beautiful'), popular in the American South.

French · Ornamental name from French meaning "France" or "the French one," used as a given name.

English · Compound name combining the prefix La- with Pearl, meaning "the pearl."

Latin · Blend of Laura (Latin "laurel") and Belle (French "beautiful").

Latin · Compound of Laura ("laurel") and Jean ("God is gracious"), a mid-century double name.

Latin · Variant spelling of Laurel, from Latin laurus meaning "laurel tree," a symbol of victory.

French · Elaborated modern name possibly from French La Vaughn, meaning "the small one."

French · Variant of Lavonne, from French Yvonne, ultimately meaning "yew wood" or "archer."

Latin · Variant of Leta or Letha, from Latin laetitia meaning "joy" or Greek Lethe meaning "forgetfulness."

English · Elaborated feminine form, possibly derived from the French word levée meaning "raised" or "risen."

Spanish · Diminutive elaboration of Lola, from Dolores, Spanish for "sorrows" (a Marian title).

German · Feminine short form related to Lothair, from Germanic hlud + heri meaning "famous army."

English · Compound of Lou (from Louise, "famous warrior") and Belle ("beautiful").

English · Blend of Lou (from Louise) and Eva ("life"), a creative double-name combination.

English · Blend of Lou and Eugenia, from Greek eugenes meaning "well-born" or "noble."

English · Diminutive of Laura or Louise, combining laurel or famous-warrior roots with a pet-name suffix.

English · Possibly from Irish Labhrann (a form of Laurence) or an English love-themed coinage.

Latin · French diminutive of Luce/Lucia, from Latin lux meaning "light."

English · Variant of Luella, a blend of Lou and Ella, meaning "famous warrior" + "all" or "fairy maiden."

English · Rare compound name, likely blending Lou/Lue with a phonetic ending; an early 20th-century coinage.

English · Pet form of Lula or Lourdes, used as an affectionate diminutive name.

Latin · Short form of Luz, Spanish for "light," often referencing Nuestra Señora de la Luz (Our Lady of Light).

Latin · Italian diminutive form derived from Luce/Lucia, meaning "little light."

Latin · Phonetic variant of Letitia, from Latin laetitia meaning "joy" or "happiness."

English · Extremely rare abbreviated name, likely initials or a shortened form used as a given name.

English · Short form of Larry/Lawrence, from Latin Laurentius meaning 'from Laurentum.'

Spanish · Variant of Lorenzo, from Latin Laurentius meaning 'from Laurentum, city of laurels.'

English · From a surname meaning 'tall' or 'long' in Old English and Germanic languages.

English · From Old French latinier meaning 'interpreter' or 'one who speaks Latin.'

Latin · Variant related to Theodore or from Latin leo meaning 'lion' and doron meaning 'gift.'

English · Modern coined name, likely a blend of Larry/Lawrence and Darnell, popular in African-American communities.

English · English name from Old English 'leah' meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing', or a short form of various names.

Irish · From Irish Ó Luanaigh, derived from 'luan' meaning warrior or champion.

Latin · Variant of Laurent, from Latin Laurentum, the place of laurel trees.

Hebrew · Hebrew name meaning 'white'; a biblical figure also known as Laban, father of Rachel and Leah.

English · Variant of Lowell, from Old French 'louvel' meaning young wolf.

English · Variant of Leland, from Old English meaning 'fallow land' or 'meadow land'.

English · Rare name possibly from Germanic roots meaning 'life' (leben) or an English place name.

French · Variant of Lamont, from Old Norse 'logmaðr' meaning law man or law giver.

French · French origin, likely derived from 'le vere' meaning 'the truth' or a variant of Lever meaning 'rush clearing'.

English · Rare variant of Loyal, from Old French 'loial' meaning 'faithful and true'.

English · English place name and surname meaning 'enclosed wood' or 'forest with a lock/barrier'.

French · Variant of Lionel, a French diminutive of Leon meaning 'little lion'.

Latin · From Latin 'longus' meaning 'long or tall.' Name of the Roman soldier traditionally said to have pierced Christ's side.

Latin · Variant of Lucinda, from Latin 'lux' meaning 'light.' A literary elaboration of Lucy/Lucia.

Hebrew · Blend of Lea (Hebrew, meaning 'weary' or 'meadow') with the Italian diminutive suffix -etta.

Spanish · Diminutive of Lena or from Spanish 'lenita' meaning 'gentle, soft.'

German · Dutch and Scandinavian contracted form of Elizabeth, meaning 'pledged to God.'

French · Rare name of French origin, possibly from 'la verte' meaning 'the green one.'

French · Variant of Lorene or Lorraine, from the French region meaning 'kingdom of Lothar.'

Latin · Diminutive of Lara, ultimately from Latin 'lares' meaning household spirits.

Greek · Variant of Letha, from Greek Lethe meaning 'forgetfulness,' a river in the underworld.

Norse · Variant of Linnea, the Swedish flower name honoring botanist Carl Linnaeus.

Latin · Short form of Alicia or from Lycia, an ancient region in Asia Minor.

Italian · Italian literary name, possibly blending Lia and a diminutive suffix; used by Pirandello.

French · Rare coined name with French phonetic styling, possibly from 'l'oiselle' (little bird).

German · Blend of Germanic 'hlud' (famous) with the French diminutive suffix -elle.

Latin · From Latin 'luna' meaning moon, with a French-style diminutive ending.

English · Elaboration of Fern with French article la, evoking the woodland plant.

French · Directly from French la reine meaning "the queen."

Italian · Variant of Loretta, a diminutive of Laura from Latin laurus meaning "laurel."

English · Rare American name, likely a modern coined blend of La- and Verl (from Latin viridis, "green").

Greek · Variant of Leonora, from Eleanor, meaning "light" or "bright shining one."

Greek · Latin diminutive of Leon meaning "little lioness," borne by an early saint.

Greek · French feminine form derived from Leon, meaning "lioness."

German · Likely from the German town Leuna, or a variant of Leona meaning "lioness."

Latin · Variant of Lavinia, a name from Roman mythology associated with ancient Latium.

English · Rare American coined name, possibly blending Lev- (from Latin levis, "light") with -olia.

English · Variant spelling of Lily, from the flower symbolizing purity, or a surname form.

German · Phonetic feminine variant of Robert, from Germanic hrod-berht meaning "bright fame."

English · Rare variant possibly related to Leona or a respelling of Loena, evoking the lion.

English · Modern coined blend of Lo- and Eva, combining familiarity with Hebrew "life."

Latin · Feminine of Longinus, from Latin longus meaning "long," borne by early Christian saints.

French · Elaboration of Lorena, from the French region Lorraine or Latin laurus, "laurel."

French · Variant spelling of Lorraine, from the French region named after King Lothar.

French · Diminutive blend of Lottie (from Charlotte, meaning "free woman") with -ella suffix.

English · Feminine form of Lowell, from Old French lou (wolf) and a place-name origin.

Latin · Elaboration of Latin lux meaning "light," related to Lucena, a Spanish city name.

Latin · Variant of Lucretia, a Roman family name possibly meaning "wealth" or "profit."

English · Rare American blend name combining Lu- with Ethel (Old English for "noble").

English · Variant of Lura, possibly from "lure" or "allure," used in 19th-century America.

German · Feminine variant of Luther, from Germanic liut-heri meaning "people's army."

English · Coined name blending "love" with the diminutive -ella, meaning "little beloved."

Welsh · Variant of Lynette, from Welsh Eluned meaning "idol" or "image," popularized in Arthurian legend.

French · Modern coined name, possibly influenced by French 'le' prefix; used primarily in African-American naming traditions.

Spanish · From Spanish and Old French 'leal' meaning loyal or faithful.

English · Variant of Lindall, from an Old English place name meaning 'linden tree valley.'

Welsh · Possibly from Welsh 'llyn' meaning lake, or a diminutive of line-based English surnames.

Spanish · Spanish form of Vladislav, from Slavic elements meaning 'to rule with glory.'

Greek · Possibly from Latin Lares (household guardian spirits) or a variant of Larry.

English · Variant of Raymond, from Germanic ragin (counsel) + mund (protector).

Italian · Italian word meaning 'beach' or 'shore,' from the famous Lido island near Venice.

English · Variant of Lindell, meaning 'linden tree valley,' from Germanic lind + dal.

French · Variant of Lionel, from Old French meaning 'young lion,' a diminutive of lion.

Welsh · Variant of Lloyd, from Welsh llwyd meaning 'gray' or 'gray-haired.'

English · Modern invented name, likely a phonetic respelling of Lamé or a creative variant of the suffix -mae.

French · Variant related to Lorraine or Loris, from the French region or Germanic 'laurel-crowned.'

English · Rare variant possibly derived from Lola or the Finnish word for cave, used as an inventive feminine name.

Slavic · Feminine of Ladislav, from Slavic elements meaning 'glorious rule.'

Spanish · Modern coinage combining the prefix La- with Dona, Spanish for 'lady.'

French · French-origin name, likely from a place name meaning 'the fountain' (la fontaine).

Norse · Variant of Lagertha, a legendary Norse shieldmaiden from the sagas.

English · Modern diminutive, likely a blend of Lane with the feminine suffix -eta.

Latin · Elaboration of Laura (Latin 'laurus' meaning laurel) with the Italian diminutive -etta.

French · Possibly from French 'la vie' meaning 'the life,' used as a modern given name.

Spanish · Modern coinage, possibly from Spanish 'la vida' meaning 'the life.'

Latin · Variant of Lilian, from Latin 'lilium' meaning lily, a symbol of purity.

Chinese · Short form that can stand alone; in Chinese contexts a common surname, in English a literary diminutive.

English · Rare Southern US coined name, possibly blending Lo- with Dean.

Latin · Variant of Lora or Laura, from Latin 'laurus' meaning laurel wreath.

French · Variant of Lorraine, from the French region named after the Frankish king Lothar.

Italian · Variant of Loretta, from the Italian place name Loreto, associated with laurel.

French · French-influenced name possibly related to 'louver' or the city Louvain.

English · Modern invented name, variant of LaWanda, combining La- prefix with Wanda (Germanic/Slavic).

Latin · Blend of Lucy or Lucille, from Latin 'lux' meaning light.

German · Modern feminine coinage from Germanic root 'hlud' meaning famous or renowned.

German · Feminine form from Germanic elements meaning 'famous' and 'bright.'

English · Short form or variant of Luella, combining Lou (famous) and Ella (light).

German · Diminutive of Lutgardis, from Germanic elements meaning 'spear' and 'enclosure/protection.'

French · Variant of Leola, meaning 'loyal' or 'faithful,' with French and German roots.

French · Elaborated form of Yvonne, derived from French Yves meaning 'yew wood.'

French · French-origin name meaning 'the king' or from a place name in Normandy.

Italian · Elaborated form of Laurius, derived from Latin laurus meaning laurel, symbolizing victory.

Greek · Variant spelling of Leon, from Greek leon meaning lion.

Scottish · Variant of Leslie, from a Scottish place name meaning holly garden or gray fortress.

English · Rare name possibly from French 'la born' (the boundary) or meaning the born one.

Spanish · Spanish variant of Ladislao, from Slavic 'Vladislav' meaning ruler of glory.

French · French place name and surname from the Gascon region, meaning moor or heath.

English · Rare variant possibly related to Lars or Lawrence, ultimately from Latin 'laurel.'

English · Variant of Lauren or Lawrence, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning from Laurentum, city of laurels.

French · Blend of LaVerne (the alder grove) and Vernon (alder place), both rooted in French nature words.

Spanish · From Greek 'leukadios' meaning bright or clear, borne by early Christian saints.

French · Phonetic variant of Louis, from Germanic 'Chlodovech' meaning famous warrior.

English · English surname from Old Norse 'hlaw' meaning hill or mound, a topographic name.

French · Variant of Lowell, from Old French 'louvel' meaning young wolf.

English · From the Old English place name meaning 'hill by the loud river.'

English · Rare American name, possibly derived from 'lode' (a vein of ore) or variant of Lodema.

English · Modern American coined name with a Latinate feel, possibly from 'la' + viola (violet).

English · Modern American coined name blending the prefix La- with Wanda or Vonda.

English · Modern American compound name blending La- with Wanna or Wanda (wanderer).

Greek · Variant of Lydia, from Greek meaning 'woman from Lydia,' an ancient kingdom.

French · Modern diminutive blending Lena or Helen with the French feminine suffix -elle.

French · Variant of Lucille, from Latin 'lux' meaning light.

English · From the linden tree, related to English place names meaning 'linden tree valley.'

Latin · From Latin lavandula (lavender plant), used as a given name evoking the fragrant purple flower.

English · American double name combining Lela (possibly from Arabic 'night') and Mae (from Margaret or May).

French · Diminutive of Lena or variant of Lynette, from French Lunette or Welsh Eluned meaning 'idol, image.'

French · Rare name possibly from French Levant (east) or a phonetic variant of Lavon. American coinage.

Spanish · Blend of Lola (Spanish diminutive of Dolores, 'sorrows') with the feminine suffix -ene.

French · Variant of Lorelei or a feminized form of French Lorraine. Evokes the Rhine river legend.

English · Rare diminutive, possibly a pet form of Lois (Greek, meaning 'most desirable') or a blend with Joyce.

Spanish · Spanish diminutive of Lucia, from Latin lux meaning 'light.' Means 'little light.'

English · Rare American blend of Lu- (from Louise/Lucille) and Dora (Greek 'gift'). Early 20th-century coinage.

English · Rare American blend of Lu- and -rene (from Irene, Greek 'peace'). Regional Southern U.S. coinage.

French · From Old French loutre (otter), originally a surname meaning 'little otter.' Rare as a given name.

Spanish · Elaborated form of Luz, from Spanish/Latin lux meaning 'light.' Often a devotional name for Our Lady of Light.

English · Variant of Lilac or Lila, from Persian lilak meaning 'bluish.' Evokes the flowering shrub.

English · From Germanic 'Landher,' meaning 'land army,' or an English surname for a landowner.

Spanish · Spanish form of Laurence, from Latin meaning 'from Laurentum,' city of laurel trees.

French · French place name meaning 'the valley'; associated with the town in western France.

English · Variant spelling of Lawrence, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning 'of Laurentum.'

Latin · From Latin 'Longinus' meaning 'long'; tradition names the soldier who pierced Christ's side.

English · Variant of Loyal, from Old French 'loial' meaning 'faithful and true.'

English · Place-derived surname combining Laurence (laurel-crowned) with Old English tun (settlement).

English · Initialism used as a given name, likely from first and middle initials; no independent etymology.

English · English surname-turned-given-name meaning ford by the meadow or dear ford, from Old English elements.

English · Phonetic variant of Leicester, an English place name from the Roman fort of the Ligore people.

French · French surname meaning the young one, from le jeune; adopted as a given name.

English · Archaic spelling of Leicester, an English city name derived from Latin castra (camp) and a tribal name.

English · Rare name possibly blending Linden or Lynn with a Welsh-influenced suffix, suggesting a lake or linden vale.

Italian · Archaic Italian variant of Leonardo, from Germanic elements meaning brave as a lion.

English · Phonetic variant of Lonnie or Louis, ultimately from Germanic Hludwig meaning famous warrior.

Italian · Variant of Lorenzo, from Latin Laurentius meaning from Laurentum, a city associated with laurel trees.

French · Variant of Laverne, from French la verne meaning the alder grove, a nature-rooted name.

English · Diminutive of Love, from Old English lufu; a term of endearment meaning little beloved one.

English · Variant spelling of Lucky, meaning fortunate; also an anglicized surname from various origins.

Irish · From Irish Ó Loingsigh meaning descendant of the mariner or seafarer.

English · Variant of Lindell or Lyndall, from Old English lind (linden tree) and dael (valley).

English · Medieval English form of Laetitia, from Latin 'laetitia' meaning joy or happiness.

English · Modern invented blend, possibly combining Lear and Lean/Lena.

French · Blend of Lou (from Louise, 'famous warrior') and the suffix -vella, giving an elegant flair.

English · Phonetic variant of Lester, from the English place name Leicester.

Hebrew · Variant of Levana, from Hebrew meaning 'white' or 'the moon.'

Greek · Diminutive of Lydia, meaning 'woman from Lydia' in ancient Asia Minor.

French · Variant of Leonor/Eleanor, possibly from Greek 'eleos' meaning 'compassion.'

French · French diminutive form, likely derived from Charlotte or Louise.

English · Modern coined name blending Lori with a French-style suffix.

English · Modern American coinage using the prefix La- with Dena, suggesting a valley or adornment.

English · Blend of the prefix La- with Doris, from Greek meaning gift of the sea.

Latin · From Latin Laurentius, meaning from Laurentum, a city associated with laurel trees.

Arabic · Variant spelling of Leila, from Arabic 'layla' meaning night or dark beauty.

English · American compound blending Lee (meadow) with Oma (grandmother in German), a mid-century coinage.

English · Modern blend name, possibly combining Len (from Leonard, brave lion) with the suffix -nell.

Latin · Spanish feminine form derived from Latin 'leo' meaning lion, denoting bravery.

English · Rare name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern coinage or variant of Lavera.

Welsh · Feminine form of Lewis or Llewellyn, from Welsh meaning leader or lion-like.

English · Diminutive form, possibly from Lone or Leona, with the Italian-style -etta suffix.

English · Compound of Lora (laurel) and Lee (meadow), evoking a pastoral charm.

French · Variant spelling of Lorraine, from the French region meaning kingdom of Lothar.

French · Variant of Lowell, from Old French 'louvel' meaning young wolf.

English · American compound blending Lou (famous warrior) with Nell (bright, shining one).

Slavic · From Slavic 'lub' meaning love or dear, used in Spanish-speaking communities as well.

English · Mid-century American compound combining Lu (light/famous) with Jean (God is gracious).

Latin · From Latin 'laureatus' meaning 'crowned with laurel,' a symbol of honor and achievement.

Spanish · Spanish form of Leocadius, from Greek meaning 'bright' or 'clear like light'.

French · Variant of Ludovic or Slavic Lovic, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'glory'.

Latin · Variant spelling of Lawrence, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel.'

French · Phonetic variant of Leroy, from Old French 'le roi' meaning 'the king.'

French · French form of Leroy, directly from 'le roi' meaning 'the king.'

French · Phonetic variant of Louis/Lewis, from Germanic 'Chlodovech' meaning 'famous warrior.'

English · Rare initialism used as a given name, likely from personal initials; no established etymology.

English · English place-derived name, from Old English elements meaning 'linden tree valley.'

English · Rare American name, possibly related to 'rural' or 'lure'; of uncertain but English-language origin.

Italian · Variant of Luciano, from Latin 'Lucianus' meaning 'light' or 'born at dawn.'

English · Rare feminine form possibly derived from Lester, an English place name meaning 'Roman fort.'

Italian · Italian feminine diminutive of Luigi, meaning 'renowned warrior' from Germanic roots.

Spanish · Likely from Spanish 'la villa' meaning the town, or a modern Latinate coinage.

English · Modern coinage with the prefix La- and 'fawn,' evoking a young deer.

Spanish · American blend of the prefix La- with Juana, Spanish feminine of John ('God is gracious').

Italian · From Italian 'la vita' meaning 'the life,' used as a given name evoking vitality.

Hebrew · Feminine form of Lazarus, from Hebrew 'Elazar' meaning 'God has helped.'

Latin · Italian diminutive of Leona, from Latin 'leo' meaning lion.

French · Variant of Lorraine, from the French region named after the Lotharingian kingdom.

Greek · Blend of Lois (Greek, meaning desirable) and Ann (Hebrew, meaning grace).

Latin · Likely from Latin 'laudare' meaning to praise; a rare Southern US elaboration.

Greek · Variant of Eugenia, from Greek 'eugeneia' meaning noble or well-born.

German · Rare blend of Lu- and Bertha, from Germanic 'beraht' meaning bright or famous.

German · Variant of Lurline, from the Lorelei legend of a Rhine river siren.

Latin · Variant of Letitia, from Latin 'laetitia' meaning joy and happiness.

English · Rare variant of Lillis, derived from the lily flower symbolizing purity.

Latin · Variant spelling of Lillian, from Latin 'lilium' meaning lily.

French · Modern coined name from French "le royal" meaning "the royal one."

English · Rare variant possibly related to Leon, from Greek 'leon' meaning lion.

English · English patronymic surname meaning son of Ladd, where Ladd meant servant or young man.

English · From Anglo-Norman French 'levette' meaning female wolf-cub, an English surname turned given name.

English · English compound name from 'linden' or 'len' (flax) and 'ford' (river crossing), a place-based name.

English · Modern coined name blending the French-style prefix 'Le-' with Vaughn (Welsh for small).

English · From the Portuguese capital city Lisboa, used as a rare place-based given name.

English · Modern invented name, possibly combining London with the suffix -dell meaning small valley.

French · Rare literary name possibly from French 'la ligne' or a creative feminine coinage.

English · Rare modern coined name, possibly an elaboration influenced by Leona (lioness).

Latin · Variant of Laverna, from the Roman goddess of thieves and the underworld.

English · Compound of Lois (superior/desirable) and Jean (God is gracious), a mid-century American double name.

German · Blend of Lou (famous warrior) and Bertha (bright/illustrious), a Germanic compound.

Latin · Rare name possibly derived from Luna (moon) or a modern coinage blending Lu- and -ena.

Latin · Possibly derived from Latin 'lacuna' (lake, pool) or a creative respelling of Laguna.

Latin · Variant possibly blending Laura (laurel) with the suffix -nia, evoking the laurel wreath.

Latin · Variant of Lavinia, a Latin name from Roman mythology borne by the wife of Aeneas.

Greek · Variant of Leda, from Greek mythology — the queen of Sparta and mother of Helen.

English · Informal variant of Leda or an English word-name evoking 'lady'; rare Southern US form.

Greek · Elaboration of Leda (Greek mythological queen) with the Latin feminine suffix -onia.

Latin · Feminine variant of Lorenzo/Lorenz, from Latin Laurentius meaning 'from Laurentum' (place of laurels).

French · Variant spelling of Louise, feminine of Louis, from Germanic 'hlud-wig' meaning 'famous warrior'.

French · Phonetic variant of Loree or Laura, ultimately from Latin 'laurus' (laurel tree).

German · Feminine diminutive from Germanic Ludwig, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'famous in battle'.

English · Coined name blending 'love' with the feminine suffix -era; found in early 20th-century American records.

Spanish · Blend of Luz (Spanish for 'light,' from Latin 'lux') with the suffix -ell.

Hebrew · Elaborate variant of Nathaniel with a 'Le-' prefix; Nathaniel means 'gift of God' in Hebrew.

English · English name from the animal, used as a surname for a gentle person or shepherd.

English · Modern invented name, likely coined in the American South with no fixed etymology.

English · Modern invented name blending the prefix 'Lay-' with the suffix '-dell,' meaning valley.

English · Rare variant of Leighton or Elton, from Old English meaning 'meadow settlement.'

Italian · Italianate elaboration of Levi, from Hebrew meaning 'joined' or 'attached.'

English · Variant of Lofton, from Old English or Norse place name meaning 'upper farmstead.'

English · Modern invented name derived from Alonzo, ultimately from Germanic meaning 'noble and ready.'

English · Creative respelling of Lavender, the fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumery.

English · Modern compound prefixing La- to Jean, the French form of John meaning God is gracious.

English · Modern coined name blending the La- prefix with Vanna, possibly from Vanessa or Savannah.

English · Modern compound of La- and Voyce, an old form of voice, suggesting eloquence.

English · Variant of Lila, from Persian lilac or Sanskrit for divine play.

English · American compound name combining the prefix La- with Frances, meaning 'free one' from Latin.

English · Diminutive or elaboration of Lane or Lanette, possibly from Old French l'anette, a pet form.

English · Rare modern American name, a creative blend possibly combining Laverne and Beryl or Meryl.

English · Rare name possibly inspired by Latin Vesta, goddess of the hearth, with the prefix La-.

French · Diminutive form related to Lenore or Linnette, possibly from Old French linette meaning 'linnet bird.'

English · Elaborated form of Lenore or Leona, echoing Greek 'helen' (light) or Latin 'leo' (lion).

English · Rare American coined name, likely a phonetic blend of Lerl- and Eileen or Arlene.

German · German compound name combining Liese (from Elisabeth, 'God is my oath') and Lotte (from Charlotte).

English · American compound of Lois (Greek, meaning 'most desirable') and Mae (a spring month name).

English · Elaboration of Lois with a -tine suffix; Lois is Greek meaning 'most desirable,' a biblical name.

English · Modern American elaboration of Loretta or Lora, ultimately from Latin laurus meaning 'laurel.'

French · French-influenced variant of Lorraine or Lorine, from the region in France meaning 'kingdom of Lothar.'

English · Rare American name of uncertain origin, possibly a Southern phonetic coinage or folk variant.

German · Feminine form of Ludwig, from Germanic elements meaning 'famous warrior' or 'renowned in battle.'

English · Rare American folk name, possibly a diminutive or phonetic variant of Lula or Luella.

English · Variant of Lurline or Lorelei, evoking the German siren legend of the Rhine river.

English · Rare American name blending 'love' with a Latinate suffix, conveying affection and warmth.

German · Germanic surname meaning 'linden tree mountain,' famously associated with aviator Charles Lindbergh.

English · From French 'l'isle' meaning 'the island,' an Anglo-Norman place-based surname used as a given name.

English · Modern invented name, likely a blend of Larry and Aaron.

English · English nautical term meaning the sheltered side, used as a given name.

Latin · Feminine form related to Levi, from Hebrew meaning 'joined' or 'attached', with Latin feminine ending.

English · Modern combination of the prefix 'La' with Joy, meaning 'the joy.'

English · Modern coined name blending elements of Lorene or Laureen, evoking the laurel.

English · Modern elaboration possibly combining Lear with the suffix '-lene.'

Irish · From Irish Gaelic 'leath' meaning 'half,' or a variant of the Scottish place name Leith.

English · Rare variant possibly related to Luther, from Germanic 'liut' (people) and 'heri' (army).

Greek · From Greek mythology, the river of forgetfulness in the underworld; means 'oblivion.'

English · Combination of Lora (from laurel) and Mae (from Margaret or the month of May).

English · Elaboration of Love with a Latinate suffix, suggesting 'beloved' or 'loving one.'

English · Combination of Lu (from Louise/Lucille) and Bell, meaning 'light' and 'beautiful.'

English · Surname-derived given name, possibly meaning 'man from Lor' or a place-based origin.

German · From Germanic/Scandinavian meaning 'linden tree mountain', famously associated with the aviator.

English · From Middle English 'lank' meaning 'tall and thin,' originally a descriptive nickname.

English · Rare name possibly from Latin 'lavare' (to wash) or a modern coinage blending La- with -vor.

Latin · From Latin 'lenis' meaning 'gentle, smooth,' or a variant of the Greek name Lenas.

English · English surname-turned-given-name, possibly from 'lone' meaning 'solitary' or a place name.

Italian · Variant of Lorenzo, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning 'from Laurentum,' the city of laurels.

English · From Old French 'loial' meaning 'loyal, faithful,' conveying devotion and trustworthiness.

English · Compound of 'lynn' (lake, waterfall) and 'wood' (forest), meaning 'forest by the lake.'

English · Rare modern name, possibly a blend of Laverne and Petra, suggesting 'spring rock' or an invented feminine form.

English · Modern elaboration of Lenore, ultimately from Eleanor, meaning 'bright, shining one' in Greek.

Latin · Variant of Latrice, from Latin 'laetitia' meaning joy and happiness.

French · Elaboration of Loris or blend of Lori and -ise, linked to the laurel tree.

French · Diminutive blend of Louise, from Germanic 'hlud' (fame) and 'wig' (warrior).

Latin · Variant spelling of Lucille, from Latin 'lux' meaning light.

German · Blend of Lu- (from Ludwig, famous warrior) and Della (noble), a Southern American coinage.

French · Phonetic variant of Lorraine, from the French region named after King Lothar.

Greek · Blend of Lynn and Lydia; Lydia was an ancient Greek kingdom in Asia Minor.

Latin · Variant of Lawrence, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning from Laurentum, the place of laurels.

German · Variant of Lindbergh, from Germanic elements meaning linden tree hill or mountain.

German · Variant of Lindbergh, from Germanic meaning linden tree fortress or mountain.

German · Germanic name from 'hlud' (famous) and 'hari' (army), meaning famous warrior.

Latin · Variant of Laurent/Laurence, from Latin 'Laurentius' meaning from Laurentum, a city of laurel trees.

Greek · From Greek 'leon' meaning lion; a French/Russian variant of Leonidas, the heroic Spartan king.

English · Likely a variant of Leeward or a blend of Lee and Edward, meaning sheltered side or guardian.

English · Patronymic surname meaning son of Lin or Lincoln; an English surname adopted as a given name.

English · Variant of Lindsay, from Old English place name meaning Lincoln's island or linden tree island.

English · Elaborated form of Lonnie, possibly derived from Alonzo (Spanish noble name), with a modern suffix.

Welsh · Rare variant possibly related to Llewelyn (Welsh: leader) or Lowell (Old French: young wolf).

Latin · Variant of Lucio, from Latin 'lux' meaning light; the Spanish/Italian form of Lucius.

English · Rare name, possibly a variant of Lovett from Old French 'louvet' meaning young wolf.

French · Feminine name from French 'la monde' or Spanish origin, meaning 'the world' or 'worldly one.'

English · Rare invented name, likely a blend of Louise and Eda, suggesting 'famous' or 'prosperous.'

French · Elaborated form related to French 'Louve' (she-wolf) or the city of Louvain.

Spanish · Modern name with prefix La- and Fonda, from Spanish meaning 'foundation' or 'inn.'

Spanish · Modern compound of La- prefix and Juan (Spanish form of John, 'God is gracious').

English · Mid-century blend of Lou (from Louise, 'famous warrior') and Gene ('well-born').

English · Modern coinage, possibly blending Louise with Anna, or from an Aboriginal word.

English · Diminutive blend, possibly from Louise with the suffix -eta, a modern formation.

Latin · Variant of Laurine, from Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel,' a symbol of victory.

English · Variant of Luanne, a blend of Lu (from Louise) and Anne ('grace').

Latin · Variant spelling of Lucy, from Latin 'lux' meaning 'light.'

English · Variant of Lucky, from English meaning 'fortunate,' used as a given name.

Latin · Variant of Letitia, from Latin 'laetitia' meaning 'joy' or 'happiness.'

Norse · From Old Norse and German meaning 'linden tree' or 'gentle, soft.'

English · English nickname originally for a left-handed person, used as a given name.

Scottish · From Scottish Gaelic 'lagman' via Old Norse, meaning lawman or lawgiver.

Italian · Italian form of Lazarus, from Hebrew Eleazar meaning 'God has helped.'

English · Modern blended name combining the prefix Le- with Gerald (Germanic 'spear ruler').

English · English pet name or diminutive, likely derived from love or the surname Lubbock.

French · Archaic French variant of Louise, from Germanic Chlodovech meaning 'famous in battle.'

English · Modern blend using the French prefix La- with Joyce, meaning joyful or lord.

Italian · Short form possibly related to the place name London or Italian names ending in -londo.

English · Rare variant blending Lou (from Louis, meaning famous warrior) with the suffix -ard.

English · Modern American name combining the prefix 'La-' with Spanish-influenced 'Quita,' a diminutive of Marquita.

French · Variant of Lynette, from Welsh Arthurian legend, or French 'linotte' (linnet bird).

English · Mid-century American compound blending Lou (from Louise, 'famous warrior') with Dean.

French · From French 'lune' (moon) with the diminutive suffix -elle, meaning 'little moon.'

English · Rare modern name of uncertain etymology, likely an inventive American coinage.

English · Possibly a clipped form of Atlanta, from Greek 'Atalante' meaning equal in weight.

French · Variant of Lorraine, from the French region named after Lothar (famous army).

Latin · From the Roman goddess Laverna, associated with gain and profit.

German · Anglo-Saxon saint name meaning 'dear one' or 'beloved.'

English · Modern coined name, likely a blend of Lo- and -gene meaning 'born of.'

French · Derived from Lourdes, the Marian pilgrimage town in southern France.

English · Modern blend name combining Lu- with Reatha, a mid-century American coinage.

Latin · Elaborated variant of Lucretia, from the Roman clan name Lucretius.

Spanish · Spanish form of Laurianus, from Latin laurus meaning 'laurel, victory.'

Hebrew · Variant of Lemuel, a biblical name meaning 'devoted to God' or 'belonging to God.'

Greek · Variant spelling of Leon, from Greek 'leon' meaning 'lion.'

English · English place name meaning 'Roman fort on the River Lune,' used as a given name.

French · Rare variant possibly derived from Lenoir or a phonetic respelling of French origin meaning 'the dark one.'

English · Variant of Linwood, meaning 'linden tree wood' or 'forest of lime trees.'

Latin · Variant of Laurence, from Latin Laurentius meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel.'

French · French-styled name combining the article 'la' with Jeanne (French feminine of John), meaning 'God is gracious'.

Spanish · Modern coined name with Spanish diminutive -quita suffix, possibly elaborated from Lee or a similar root.

French · Likely from the town of Luray, Virginia, itself possibly from French origins. Evokes a scenic place name.

French · Variant of Lorraine, from the French region name meaning "kingdom of Lothar."

English · Modern blend of Lu- (from Lucy/Lucille, Latin "light") and Eva (Hebrew "life").

French · Elaboration of Leroy (French 'le roi,' the king) with an ornamental suffix.

French · Diminutive of Lance, from Old French and ultimately Germanic 'land' (territory).

French · From Old Norse 'logmaðr' via French, meaning lawman or man of the world.

English · English place name from a street in York, meaning linden tree dale.

English · Variant spelling of Lendal, an English place name meaning linden tree valley.

English · Variant spelling of Lendal, from an English place name meaning linden tree dale.

English · Rare name possibly from Old English elements, of uncertain etymology.

English · English surname and place name, possibly from Old French 'lur' meaning a settlement site.

English · Modern blend of Lou and Ann, combining Germanic fame and Hebrew grace.