Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 04, 2024

Leicester

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Origin: British

Meaning: From Leicester

Leicester is a masculine appellation of English origin and the name of one of the oldest towns in the country. It was first recorded using its Latin name after the turn of the tenth century and appears in the Domesday Book in 1086 as "Ledecestre." The name means "from Leicester" and will forever remind baby of the miracle Leicester City pulled off in the 2016 FA Premier League. As far out as 5000/1 outsiders when the competition began, Leicester City were crowned champions of England for the first time, winning the title by 10 points. Your little one can feel inspired by this incredible achievement and aim to become the next famous Leicester to set the world alight.