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Lech is an Old Polish name derived from the word 'Lach', which was the name used by East Slavs to describe the West Slavic tribes. According to legend, Lech was the founding father of the Polish people who established the nation after seeing a white eagle nesting against a red sunset.

Contexto cultural

The name is a quintessential Polish patriotic symbol, though its popularity as a given name has fluctuated in modern times. It is almost exclusively used within Poland or among the Polish diaspora.

Variantes y diminutivos

• Leszek
• Lestko
• Leszko
• Lecho

Personas famosas llamadas Lech

• Lech Wałęsa1980s–present

  Nobel Peace Prize laureate and former President of Poland who co-founded Solidarity.

• Lech Kaczyński2000s

  Former President of Poland who served from 2005 until his death in 2010.

• Lech Majewski1980s–present

  Acclaimed Polish film and theatre director, writer, and painter.

• Lech Janerka1970s–present

  Influential Polish rock musician, composer, and bassist.

• Lech Piasecki1980s

  Former professional road racing cyclist and world champion.

Preguntas frecuentes

What does Lech mean?

Lech is a legendary name referring to the forefather of the Poles; it is etymologically linked to 'Lach', an old term for the Polish people.

How do you pronounce Lech?

It is pronounced 'Lekh', where the 'ch' sounds like the 'ch' in the Scottish word 'loch' or the German 'Bach'.

Is Lech a boy or girl name?

Lech is strictly a masculine (boy) name in Polish culture.

When is the name day for Lech?

In Poland, the most common name day (imieniny) for Lech is celebrated on August 12th.

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