Lester Klein

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lester Klein — from Leicester
137K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lester Klein is a name that combines English origins. The first name Lester is a masculine given name of English origin. Lester is an ancient Anglo-Saxon surname and given name. Given name Surname Middle name H. Lester Hooker (1921–1999), American college basketball and baseball coach Leicester, a city in England pronounced the same way as "Lester" The surname Klein: Aaron E. Klein (1930–1998), American historian of science Dan Klein, American computer scientist Daniel Klein (grammarian) (1609–1666), German-Lithuanian pastor and grammarian Daniel B. Klein (born 1962), American economist Etienne Klein (born 1958), French physicist and philosopher of science Fritz Klein (sex researcher) (1932–2006), American sex researcher Gary A. Lester is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 137K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lester reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lester

Meaning: from Leicester

English

Lester is an ancient Anglo-Saxon surname and given name. Given name Surname Middle name H. Lester Hooker (1921–1999), American college basketball and baseball coach Leicester, a city in England pronounced the same way as "Lester"

Surname: Klein

French

Aaron E. Klein (1930–1998), American historian of science Dan Klein, American computer scientist Daniel Klein (grammarian) (1609–1666), German-Lithuanian pastor and grammarian Daniel B. Klein (born 1962), American economist Etienne Klein (born 1958), French physicist and philosopher of science Fritz Klein (sex researcher) (1932–2006), American sex researcher Gary A.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lester is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lester by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lester Klein

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lester Klein:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lester?
The first name Lester originates from English. Lester is an ancient Anglo-Saxon surname and given name. Given name Surname Middle name H. Lester Hooker (1921–1999), American college basketball and baseball coach Leicester, a city in England pronounced the same way as "Lester"
When was Lester most popular?
The name Lester reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Klein?
The surname Klein originates from French. Aaron E. Klein (1930–1998), American historian of science Dan Klein, American computer scientist Daniel Klein (grammarian) (1609–1666), German-Lithuanian pastor and grammarian Daniel B. Klein (born 1962), American economist Etienne Klein (born 1958), French physicist and philosopher of science Fritz Klein (sex researcher) (1932–2006), American sex researcher Gary A.
What are the origins of the name Lester Klein?
The name Lester Klein combines two different traditions: the first name Lester has English roots, while the surname Klein originates from French.
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