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Name Origin

Leslie is a Scottish given name traditionally used for both males and females. It's derived from the Gaelic surname Mac an Leasaidh, meaning 'son of Leslie'. The name Leslie originally referred to a place name in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.

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Famous People

Leslie Caron (1931-)

Actress, Dancer

  • Academy Award nomination for Best Actress
  • Starred in films like 'An American in Paris' and 'Gigi'

Leslie Nielsen (1926-2010)

Actor, Comedian

  • Known for comedic roles in films like 'Airplane!' and the 'Naked Gun' series

Leslie Cheung (1956-2003)

Actor, Singer

  • Highly acclaimed Hong Kong actor and singer
  • Starred in films like 'Farewell My Concubine' and 'Happy Together'

Leslie Knope

Fictional Character (Parks and Recreation)

  • Dedicated public servant, passionate about her community

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