Less

Q: What is the origin of Less?

Less is of English origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Less?

According to the latest SSA data, Less is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Less a boy name?

Less is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Diminished or Smaller"

Less appears primarily as a shortened form of longer English names such as Lester or Leslie rather than an independent historical name.

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Popularity History of Less

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Less did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Less Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Less.

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lessie

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lessy

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lesy

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llie

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lesso

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Baby Name Lists That Include Less

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Less mean?

Less means "Diminished or Smaller". Less appears primarily as a shortened form of longer English names such as Lester or Leslie rather than an independent h

What is the origin of Less?

Less is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Less?

According to the latest SSA data, Less is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Less a boy name?

Less is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Less?

Popular nicknames for Less include less, le, lessie, lessy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Less?

There are many names similar to Less in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withL

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alton Al Ashley Addison Anson

Sisters

Arlene Addie Ashlee Ashleigh Audra

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