Baby Names Starting With L
Names beginning with L, gathered from every cultural origin in the collection. Each one shows its meaning, origin and how to say it.
99 names in this list — tap any name for its full meaning, etymology and pronunciation.
Girl names
- LalehPersian
A classic and beloved name representing the tulip flower.
- LanVietnamese
A graceful name referring to the orchid flower, representing beauty and elegance.
- Lana’iHawaiian
Named after the island, it evokes a sense of conquest or great day and connects the child to the land.
- LaoiseIrish
A classic name meaning radiant girl, often associated with the concept of light.
- LasairfhíonaIrish
A radiant name meaning flame of wine.
- LastaAmharic
Named after the historic Lasta region, home to the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela.
- LayanArabic
A lovely name signifying a life of ease, softness, and gentle prosperity.
- LaylaArabic
The name literally translates to 'night' or 'dark beauty' in Arabic.
- LeenArabic
The name signifies softness, gentleness, and tenderness.
- LeniGerman
A popular and bright diminutive of Helene, meaning shining light.
- LensaOromo
A name signifying beauty and grace, often associated with a lovely physical appearance.
- LeolaniHawaiian
A poetic name meaning heavenly voice, often associated with a beautiful or royal melody.
- LeonorPortuguese (Occitan roots)
A timeless royal name associated with brightness and compassion.
- LéontineFrench
A strong and elegant name that translates to lioness, representing courage.
- LesediTswana (Southern Africa)
A luminous name that literally means light, symbolizing clarity and a bright future.
- LiadánIrish
A poetic name meaning grey lady, associated with a famous medieval Irish poetess.
- LíadanIrish
A soft, historical name meaning 'grey lady', belonging to a 7th-century poetess in Irish legend.
- LigayaTagalog
A beloved traditional name that literally translates to joy and happiness.
- LilianaLatin
The name Liliana is a beautiful floral name derived from the lily flower, symbolizing purity and innocence.
- LilitArmenian
A deeply traditional name rooted in ancient mythology and widely beloved in Armenian culture.
- LillianLatin
The name Lillian refers to the lily flower, a traditional symbol of purity and innocence.
- LilyEnglish, Latin
A beautiful name directly inspired by the lily flower, which symbolizes purity and innocence.
- LinaArabic, Latin, Germanic
The name most commonly means 'palm tree' in Arabic or 'tender' and 'delicate'.
- LinhVietnamese
A popular and auspicious name meaning spirit, soul, or divine intelligence.
- LinneaSwedish
Named after a twinflower and the famous botanist Carl Linnaeus.
- LioraHebrew
A bright and hopeful name that translates literally to 'light for me.'
- LiviaLatin
An ancient Roman name meaning envious or blue, famously borne by the first empress of Rome.
- LiwaywayTagalog
A poetic name referring to the dawn or the very beginning of the morning light.
- LiyuAmharic
A short and sweet name that literally translates to unique or special.
- LleucuWelsh
A beloved traditional name that translates to bright light.
- LolaSpanish
A melodic name meaning 'sorrows,' derived from a title for the Virgin Mary.
- LomasiHopi
This melodic name translates to pretty flower, celebrating the beauty of nature.
- LoreleyGerman
A name steeped in folklore referring to the legendary murmuring rock on the Rhine river.
- LouliaArabic
A beautiful name referring to a precious little pearl.
- LourdesSpanish
A traditional name referencing the town and the famous site of spiritual healing.
- LowennaCornish
A vibrant name from Cornwall that simply and sweetly means happiness or joy.
- LowriWelsh
The Welsh form of Laura, symbolizing the victory and honor of the laurel crown.
- LualhatiTagalog
A classic name meaning spiritual peace, tranquility, or glory.
- LucíaSpanish
A timeless and radiant name derived from the Latin word for light.
- LucianaLatin
Luciana is a beautiful name that literally translates to 'light' or 'shining.'
- LucillaLatin
A graceful name derived from the word 'lux' meaning 'little light'.
- LucineArmenian
Derived from the word for 'moon,' this name evokes a sense of celestial beauty and glow.
- LucyLatin
Lucy is a cheerful name that literally means 'light'.
- LucynaLatin
A graceful Polish variation of Lucia, signifying one who is born at dawn or represents light.
- LudivineFrench
A poetic name of Germanic roots meaning friend of the people.
- LudovicaItalian
This classic name means famous warrior and offers a strong yet fluid phonetic structure.
- LujainArabic
The name Lujain literally translates to silver or pure, shimmering silver.
- LuluSwahili / Arabic
A precious and classic name that means pearl.
- LunaLatin
The name directly translates to the Moon in Latin.
- LuningningTagalog
A classic name that signifies brilliance, luster, and radiance.
- LydiaGreek
Lydia translates literally to 'woman from Lydia,' an Iron Age kingdom in western Asia Minor.
- LykkeDanish
A joyful name that literally translates to happiness and good fortune.
- LylaArabic
A beautiful name referring to the night or dark-haired beauty.
- LyudmilaSlavic
A gentle name that translates to being dear or beloved by the people.
Boy names
- LEnglish
The name represents the twelfth letter of the Latin alphabet.
- LachlanScottish Gaelic
An evocative name meaning land of the lochs, originally referring to those from Scandinavia.
- LaithArabic
The name Laith literally translates to 'lion' in Arabic.
- LakanTagalog
A title of nobility historically given to leaders and protectors of the community.
- LakeEnglish
A name referring to a body of water or one who lives near a lake.
- LanaSlavic
The name translates to a sense of calmness and serenity, often associated with peaceful water or soft wool.
- LaurentLatin
Derived from the Latin Laurentius, it signifies a person from the city of laurels, symbolizing victory and honor.
- LázaroSpanish
A sophisticated name that conveys the message that God has helped.
- LeahHebrew
The name traditionally signifies one who is weary or delicate.
- LeanderGreek
Combining the elements for lion and man, it represents a person with the heart of a lion.
- LechPolish
The name of the legendary founder of Poland, representing the spirit of the Polish people.
- LeilaniHawaiian
The name translates literally to 'heavenly flowers' or 'royal child'.
- LennardGermanic
A strong and enduring name that represents the brave heart of a lion.
- LennartSwedish and German
A noble name that translates to brave lion, signifying courage and leadership.
- LennonIrish
Lennon is a name that signifies a small cloak, a lover, or a dear one.
- LeoLatin
Leo is a strong name that literally translates to 'lion'.
- LeonardoItalian
Means "brave lion" — Renaissance-classic and strong.
- LeonidRussian (from Greek)
A powerful name representing the strength and courage of a lion's son.
- LéopoldFrench
A noble name signifying someone who is brave and bold among the people.
- LeszekSlavic
A name derived from the legendary founder of Poland, implying craftiness or cleverness.
- LevRussian
A short and powerful name that means lion, symbolizing courage.
- LeviHebrew
The name Levi literally means 'attached', 'joined', or 'attending'.
- LiamIrish
A strong-willed warrior and protector.
- LikoHawaiian
A sweet name meaning a fresh leaf bud, symbolizing new growth and potential.
- LincolnOld English
This name refers to a settlement by the pool or lake.
- LindenGermanic, English
A name referring to the linden tree, often symbolizing peace and justice.
- LinusLatin
A gentle and historic name referring to flax or a flaxen-haired boy.
- LironHebrew
A joyful name that translates to 'my song' or 'joy is mine'.
- LlewelynWelsh
An ancient royal name likely meaning leader or like a lion.
- LoganScottish Gaelic
This name translates to 'little hollow' or 'small hollow'.
- LonoHawaiian
The name of the ancient god of peace, agriculture, and rainfall.
- LorcanIrish
A spirited name meaning little fierce one, often borne by kings of Leinster.
- LorenzoItalian
Derived from the laurel tree, symbolizing honor, victory, and wisdom.
- LourenLatin
The name is a variant of Laurence, literally meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel'.
- LourençoPortuguese
A distinguished name meaning from Laurentum or one who is crowned with laurel leaves.
- LucaItalian
Means "from Lucania" — bright, simple and modern-classic.
- LucasLatin
This classic name literally means bringer of light or person from Lucania.
- LucianLatin
A radiant name meaning 'light' or 'shining,' symbolizing clarity and intelligence.
- LucienFrench (Latin)
A sophisticated vintage name that translates to light or bringer of light.
- LucjanLatin/Polish
Derived from the Latin word for light, representing one who brings brightness or was born at dawn.
- LuisSpanish, Germanic
The name Luis means a renowned warrior who is famous in battle.
- LukaGreek, Slavic, Georgian
Luka is a classic name meaning 'man from Lucania' or 'bringer of light'.
- LukasScandinavian/Greek
A widely beloved name meaning 'bringer of light' that consistently tops modern birth charts.
- LukeGreek
The name Luke literally means 'man from Lucania' or 'light-giving'.
- LuthandoXhosa/Zulu (South Africa)
A beautiful name representing the concept of love.
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