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    English Girl Names Starting With L

    369 names with meanings and origins.

    Looking for a English girl's name that starts with L? Here are 369 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. English names range from old Anglo-Saxon classics to modern surname-style and nature names.

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    1. Lakeshia — “Lakeisha and its variants are rhyming forms of leticia. joyful; happy”
    2. Larraine — “Derived from loraine from lorraine; variant of lorraine: from lorraine. from lotharingia. from lothairs kingdom. lothair was a ruler of the region during the 9th century”
    3. Lauralyn — “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. old name with many variants”
    4. Lucasta — “This name was invented by 17th-century british poet richard lovelace. his poem of that name was published in 1649”
    5. Lavyrle — “Famous bearer: bestselling romance lovelist lavyrle spencer. origin unknown. may be a derivative of the french laverna, meaning born in the spring”
    6. Laciann — “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”
    7. Laqueta — “Laqueta means 'one who is quiet' or 'the quiet one.' It suggests a serene, thoughtful, and peaceful individual.”
    8. Lauryn — “From laurentium; the place of the laurel trees; place of honor and victory. feminine of lawrence”
    9. Lilla — “Variant of lily: lily flower. the flower lily is a symbol of innocence; purity and beauty; diminutive of elisabeth or elizabeth, from elisheba, meaning either oath of god, or god is satisfaction. also a diminutive of bethia (daughter or worshipper of god), and of bethany, a new testament village near jerusalem”
    10. Lillie — “The flower lily is a symbol of innocence, purity and beauty”
    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”

    • Unisex · English · “From normandy, france; surname; derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey, a french noblemans surname”

    • Girl · English · “Lives near water.”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”

    • Girl · English · “An English feminine name meaning victory of the people. It is a modern variant of the name Nicole, blending French and English influences.”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from lacey a french noblemans surname”

    • Girl · English · “Lae is a charming and affectionate nickname for Laetitia, simply meaning 'beautiful', perfect for your precious one.”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex name of English origin that can mean a wave, a path, or one who comes from the long meadow.”

    • Girl · English · “Form of keziah; lakeisha and its variants are rhyming forms of leticia. joyful; happy”

    • Girl · English · “Lakeisha and its variants are rhyming forms of leticia. joyful; happy”

    • Girl · English · “Lakeisha and its variants are rhyming forms of leticia. joyful; happy”

    • Girl · English · “Lakeisha and its variants are rhyming forms of leticia. joyful; happy”

    • Girl · English · “An English unisex name meaning found treasure, similar in spirit to the name Lakia.”

    • Girl · English · “Lakeisha and its variants are rhyming forms of leticia. joyful; happy”

    • Unisex · English · “An English unisex name meaning to sing a lullaby or to soothe. It evokes a sense of calm, gentleness, and musical comfort.”

    • Unisex · English · “Used in English contexts, this name is a form of Lale, meaning to sing a lullaby or to soothe a child with song.”

    • Unisex · English · “Orchid, elegant”

    • Girl · English · “An English name for females derived from Lana, meaning fair or good-looking.”

    • Girl · English · “Heaven or chief.”

    • Girl · English · “An English name for females derived from the root Lana, signifying beauty and fairness.”

    • Girl · English · “An English feminine name derived from Lana, meaning fair or attractive.”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex English name used as a short form for names like Roland. It serves as a casual diminutive.”

    • Girl · English · “Laqueta means 'one who is quiet' or 'the quiet one.' It suggests a serene, thoughtful, and peaceful individual.”

    • Girl · English · “An English feminine name that means crowned with laurel, a symbol of victory and honor since ancient times.”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from loraine from lorraine; variant of lorraine: from lorraine. from lotharingia. from lothairs kingdom. lothair was a ruler of the region during the 9th century”

    • Unisex · English · “This English name describes a person associated with the well in the lowlands, referring to a water source located in a valley or plain.”

    • Girl · English · “Commonly used in Scotland and England, this name translates to a young girl or maiden, famously associated with the loyal dog in literature.”

    • Girl · English · “From congo, meaning a surprise; based on natasha meaning birthday”

    • Girl · English · “Great joy; modern form of medieval name letitia. joyful;happy”

    • Girl · English · “Praised woman; a woman who is honored by others; victorious one. derived from victoria. singer latoya jackson”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. old name with many variants”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. old name with many variants”

    • Girl · English · “A short form of laurianna-Crowned with laurel”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. old name with many variants”

    • Girl · English · “A unisex English name referring to the laurel tree. It is historically associated with being crowned with laurel leaves as a symbol of victory.”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. old name with many variants”

    • Girl · English · “Crowned with laurel ; from the laurel tree”

    • Girl · English · “From laurentium; the place of the laurel trees; place of honor and victory. feminine of lawrence”

    • Girl · English · “From laurentium; the place of the laurel trees; place of honor and victory. feminine of lawrence dating from time of the romans”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. old name with many variants”

    • Unisex · English · “Crowned with laurels; a diminutive of laurence: from the place of the laurel leaves. famous bearer: laurie lee, author of cider with rosie (1959)”

    • Girl · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Crowned with laurel ; from the laurel tree”

    • Girl · English · “Crowned with laurel ; from the laurel tree”

    • Girl · English · “From laurentium; the place of the laurel trees; place of honor and victory. feminine of lawrence”

    • Girl · English · “Crowned with laurel ; from the laurel tree”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from English roots, this name is often associated with a person who possesses a friendly personality and a creative spirit.”

    • Unisex · English · “Taking its name from the fragrant purple flowering plant, this English word name is often used for its floral and herbal associations.”

    • Girl · English · “Vernal or springlike; born in the spring”

    • Girl · English · “Famous bearer: bestselling romance lovelist lavyrle spencer. origin unknown. may be a derivative of the french laverna, meaning born in the spring”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from lacey which is a french noblemans surname brought to british isles after norman conquest; derived from the roman given name levinia”

    • Girl · English · “An English combination name blending Lee and Ann, meaning a graceful meadow.”

    • Girl · English · “Like a lioness the female version of leander also see leona”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from alicia: (sweet; honest; truth) and felecia: (happy)”

    • Girl · English · “Like a lioness the female version of leander also see leona”

    • Girl · English · “An English combination of Lee and Ann, meaning meadow and grace. It is often used as a harmonious compound given name.”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from an irish gaelic of helen: (light;beautiful woman); variant of liana: (youthful;bond)”

    • Girl · English · “From the holly garden ; of the gray fortress”

    • Girl · English · “An English diminutive of Elise, signifying a joyful person.”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from an irish gaelic of helen: (light;beautiful woman); variant of liana: (youthful;bond); child of heaven, heavenly flowers”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex name of English origin meaning a town by the meadow or a herb garden. It originally referred to a settlement where leeks were grown.”

    • Unisex · English · “A short form found in many languages, this name signifies someone who is illustrious or bright and often serves as a suffix in longer names.”

    • Girl · English · “This Hopi name for females means 'flute girl.' It refers to a traditional cultural role within the Hopi tribe.”

    • Unisex · English · “Abbreviation of leonard; a scottish district”

    • Girl · English · “Form of leona like a lion; shining light. variant of eleanor”

    • Girl · English · “Of English origin, this name translates to a bright or brave woman, symbolizing strength and radiance.”

    • Girl · English · “Leontes is a name with a regal connection, belonging to the King of Sicilia in 'The Winter's Tale', a name of noble heritage.”

    • Girl · English · “Of Native American and English usage, this name translates to 'flower of the prairie,' evoking the natural beauty of the open plains.”

    • Girl · English · “An English name that is a variant of Sequoia, referring to the massive and ancient redwood trees native to North America.”

    • Girl · English · “An English name meaning consecrated to God, serving as a variant of the name Elizabeth.”

    • Girl · English · “From the holly garden ; of the gray fortress”

    • Girl · English · “From the holly garden ; of the gray fortress”

    • Girl · English · “Holly garden”

    • Unisex · English · “From the holly garden ; of the gray fortress”

    • Girl · English · “From the holly garden ; of the gray fortress”

    • Unisex · English · “An English name meaning from the town of Leicester. It originally served as a geographic marker for someone from that specific Roman-founded city.”

    • Girl · English · “Issh; derived from the roman given name levinia”

    • Girl · English · “Defender of mankind feminine of alexander”

    • Unisex · English · “Derived from alexandra defender of mankind”

    • Unisex · English · “Derived from alexandra defender of mankind”

    • Girl · English · “An English name that serves as a feminine form of Alexander, meaning a defender of mankind.”

    • Unisex · English · “An English unisex variation meaning 'protector of mankind,' emphasizing a role as a guardian or defender.”

    • Girl · English · “A brand of car”

    • Girl · English · “Daughter of the sun diminutive of eliana”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of leanne: a compound of lee: wood, and anne: grace, favour. can also be a diminutive of julianne: downy, hairy. can also be derived from helen: liight; beautiful woman, and a variant of liana: youthful; bond”

    • Unisex · English · “Blend of lily and ann; variant of lillian derived from the flower name lily. symbol of innocence; purity; beauty”

    • Girl · English · “Blend of lily: (the flower; innocence; purity; beauty) and elizabeth: (my god is bountiful;god of plenty. )”

    • Girl · English · “Blend of lily: (the flower; innocence; purity; beauty) and elizabeth: (my god is bountiful;god of plenty. )”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of lily: lily flower. the flower lily is a symbol of innocence; purity and beauty; diminutive of elisabeth or elizabeth, from elisheba, meaning either oath of god, or god is satisfaction. also a diminutive of bethia (daughter or worshipper of god), and of bethany, a new testament village near jerusalem”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of lily: lily flower. the flower lily is a symbol of innocence; purity and beauty; diminutive of elisabeth or elizabeth, from elisheba, meaning either oath of god, or god is satisfaction. also a diminutive of bethia (daughter or worshipper of god), and of bethany, a new testament village near jerusalem”

    • Unisex · English · “The flower lily is a symbol of innocence, purity and beauty”

    • Girl · English · “Generous one.”

    • Girl · English · “A Native American inspired name describing a singing hawk while it is soaring.”

    • Unisex · English · “Blend of lily: (the flower; innocence; purity; beauty) and elizabeth: (my god is bountiful;god of plenty.)”

    • Unisex · English · “This English name can refer to a waterfall or a family line. In different contexts, it also represents the linden tree.”

    • Unisex · English · “Lind has a natural charm, meaning 'lives by the linden tree.' It also uniquely connects to the 'snake,' symbolizing wisdom and renewal.”

    • Unisex · English · “Lime tree; linden tree; pretty one; snake. lime tree; linden tree. can also be a diminutive of any name ending in -linda”

    • Unisex · English · “Linden trees near the water; from the island of the lime tree. although in the past, lindsay was a common boys name, today it is used more often for girls”

    • Unisex · English · “Linden trees near the water; variant of lindsay: from the island of the lime tree. although in the past, lindsay was a common boys name, today it is used more often for girls”

    • Unisex · English · “Variation of linda, lime tree, linden tree, beautiful; diminutive of linda: snake. lime tree; linden tree. can also be a diminutive of any name ending in -linda; diminutive of linda: pretty”

    • Girl · English · “A variant of an English surname that denotes an inhabitant or worker from the flax field.”

    • Girl · English · “A lake, a place of linden trees; a lake; a place of linden trees”

    • Unisex · English · “A form of lindsey”

    • Girl · English · “Consecrated to god lisette - consecrated to god”

    • Girl · English · “An English feminine name that serves as a short form or abbreviation of the classic name Elizabeth.”

    • Girl · English · “Defender of mankind feminine of alexander”

    • Girl · English · “This English name evokes the imagery of a hummingbird darting quickly through the air.”

    • Girl · English · “Life ancient roman name abbreviation of olivia”

    • Girl · English · “An English name functioning as a diminutive of Oliver, it refers to the olive tree which is a symbol of peace.”

    • Girl · English · “From the name elizabeth; abbreviation of elizabeth and eliza; diminutive of elisabeth or elizabeth, from elisheba, meaning either oath of god, or god is satisfaction. also a diminutive of bethia (daughter or worshipper of god), and of bethany, a new testament village near jerusalem”

    • Girl · English · “This English name is a shortened variant of Elizabeth, originally meaning God is my oath.”

    • Girl · English · “A modern English blend of the names Liz and Alexandra. It combines the meanings of God's promise and defender of men.”

    • Girl · English · “A modern English blend of the names Liz and Ann. It combines the meanings of 'God is my oath' and 'grace'.”

    • Girl · English · “Abbreviation of elizabeth; devoted to god”

    • Girl · English · “An English variation of Elizabeth that means consecrated to God.”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of elizabeth. my god is bountiful;god of plenty”

    • Girl · English · “An English female name that serves as a form of the Welsh name Lleucu, meaning dear light. It suggests brightness and affection.”

    • Girl · English · “Beautiful clouds arising; beautiful clouds arising (hopi)”

    • Unisex · English · “An English name that may mean 'fortress of the moon,' though it is most famously known as the capital city of England.”

    • Girl · English · “Sweet honest loving”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex English name derived from Alona or Leona. It is often used as a diminutive for names ending in 'lon' or 'lonnie'.”

    • Girl · English · “This English female name is a variation of Alona or Leona. It shares roots meaning oak tree or lioness depending on the source.”

    • Girl · English · “A unisex name of English origin meaning crowned with laurel. It is a short, modern variant related to the flower and symbol of honor.”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of laura or lora referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Unisex · English · “Crowned with laurel; variant of lorin: variant of laurence: from the place of laurel trees. famous bearer: conductor lorin maazel (born 1930)”

    • Girl · English · “Small victories; variant of laura or lora referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of laura or lora referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of laura or lora referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Unisex · English · “The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. old name with many variants; feminine of lorenzo from lawrence meaning from laurentium”

    • Girl · English · “Diminutive of laura or lora referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Unisex · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory”

    • Girl · English · “Saddle maker.”

    • Unisex · English · “Crowned with laurel; variant of lawrence meaning from laurentium”

    • Girl · English · “Modern variant of lora and laurie referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory; variation of lawrence meaning from laurentium”

    • Unisex · English · “Variation of lawrence meaning from laurentium”

    • Girl · English · “Variation of lawrence meaning from laurentium”

    • Girl · English · “A form of laurie”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex English variant derived from the names Lorenzo and Lawrence, often meaning laurelled.”

    • Girl · English · “Famous elf. also a compound of the names lou and ella; renowned fighter feminine of louis”

    • Girl · English · “An English name created by combining the names Lou and Ellen into a single feminine form.”

    • Unisex · English · “Form of lawrence; famous warrior; famous warrior, from the old german chlodovech. eighteen kings of france have borne this name, and louis was used by the french royal family for hundreds of years. famous bearer: jazz musician louis armstrong (l900-1971)”

    • Girl · English · “An English name created in honor of King Louis of France. It was originally used to name a vast territory in North America.”

    • Girl · English · “An English variant of Laura, which refers to the laurel tree, a symbol of honor and victory in ancient times.”

    • Girl · English · “An English compound name created by combining the names Laura and Ana.”

    • Girl · English · “A form of the name Laura originating in English, meaning 'laurel,' representing a crown of success or peace.”

    • Girl · English · “Name given to children that are born on a love day. a love day was a 12th century tradition - a day set aside for reconciliation and settling of disputes. today, this name is found occasionally as a surname”

    • Unisex · English · “This English name describes someone who is faithful and true. It is a virtue name that signifies steadfastness and devotion.”

    • Girl · English · “This name was invented by 17th-century british poet richard lovelace. his poem of that name was published in 1649”

    • Girl · English · “The comedy of errors adrianas servant; illumination. light. mythological roman goddess of childbirth and giver of first light to newborns. also refers to mary as lady of the light”

    • Girl · English · “An English name derived from Latin that signifies light and illumination, bringing clarity and brightness.”

    • Girl · English · “An English name for females meaning light, illumination, or a graceful light.”

    • Unisex · English · “Variant of lucia: light; bringer of light; variant of lucia: graceful light. illumination”

    • Girl · English · “Female warrior; feminine of louis; variant of louella: famous elf. also a compound of the names lou and ella”

    • Girl · English · “Highest heaven.”

    • Girl · English · “An English variation of the name Lale, which means to sing a lullaby or provide a soothing presence.”

    • Unisex · English · “From london.”

    • Girl · English · “An English form of the name Eluned, known in Arthurian legend as a heroine and servant to the Lady of the Fountain.”

    • Girl · English · “This English name describes a bear swinging its foot while licking it. It is a nature-inspired name with unique imagery.”

    • Girl · English · “An English name meaning little beloved one, used as an affectionate title.”

    • Girl · English · “Little beloved one; derived from the roman given name levinia”

    • Girl · English · “A variation of the English name meaning little beloved one.”

    • Girl · English · “An English feminine name recognized in literature as the nurse to Marina in the play Pericles, Prince of Tyre.”

    • Girl · English · “Feminine of lyle from the island variant of delilah”

    • Unisex · English · “Waterfall; beautiful; variant of linda: pretty; variant of lynette: variant of eluned: idol. this form emerged in tennysons story of sir gareth and lynette, in one of his idylls of the king(1859); variant of linda: snake. lime tree; linden tree. can also be a diminutive of any name ending in -linda; diminutive of llewe”

    • Unisex · English · “Valley of lime trees”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of linda: lime tree; linden tree; beautiful”

    • Unisex · English · “A unisex English name meaning 'from the hill of linden trees.' It refers to someone living near these specific lime or linden trees.”

    • Girl · English · “Variation of linda, lime tree, linden tree, beautiful”

    • Unisex · English · “A form of lynelle”

    • Unisex · English · “A form of lyndon”

    • Girl · English · “Variation of linda, lime tree, linden tree, beautiful”

    • Unisex · English · “Camp near stream; a lake; a place of linden trees”

    • Unisex · English · “Lyndsie is a lovely name meaning 'a lake' or 'a place of linden trees.' It suggests natural beauty, tranquility, and a refreshing spirit.”

    • Girl · English · “Pretty; variant of ancient welsh given name; variant of ancient welsh given name eluned: from cilun meaning idol”

    • Unisex · English · “Variation of lindsey from the linden tree island; variant of ancient welsh given name eluned: from cilun meaning idol”

    • Girl · English · “Grace; little beauty; variant of ancient welsh given name; variant of ancient welsh given name eluned: from cilun meaning idol”

    • Unisex · English · “An English name that refers to a meadow located near a brook, bringing to mind a peaceful and natural waterside setting.”

    • Unisex · English · “Waterfall; variant of lynette: variant of eluned: idol. this form emerged in tennysons story of sir gareth and lynette, in one of his idylls of the king(1859)”

    • Unisex · English · “Beautiful waterfall; variant of linda: pretty; variant of linda: snake. lime tree; linden tree. can also be a diminutive of any name ending in -linda”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of ancient welsh given name. in arthurian legend lynette accompanied sir gareth on a knightly quest; variation of linda, pretty; variant of ancient welsh given name eluned: from cilun meaning idol”

    • Girl · English · “Little lion; variant of ancient welsh given name. in arthurian legend lynette accompanied sir gareth on a knightly quest; variant of ancient welsh given name eluned: from cilun meaning idol. in arthurian legend lynette accompanied sir gareth on a knightly quest”

    • Unisex · English · “From the linden tree; variant of lindsey: from the linden tree island; variant of lindsay: from the island of the lime tree. although in the past, lindsay was a common boys name, today it is used more often for girls”

    • Unisex · English · “An English topographical name that describes a town located near a brook or water source.”

    • Girl · English · “Variant of lindsey: from the linden tree island”

    • Girl · English · “Lynzey is a charming name, derived from Lindsay or Lindsey. It carries a classic feel with a touch of familiarity and warmth.”

    • Girl · English · “Variation of lindsey, from the linden tree island”

    • Girl · English · “Derived from the musical instrument the lyre, this English name is associated with song and the celestial constellation.”

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