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Les is strictly a nickname in our book--for the male Lester or the female Leslie.  For example, famed guitarist Les Paul was born Lester.  So though sometimes more is less, in this case Les is less.

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<p>Les is a masculine name that functions both as a standalone name and a familiar shortening of longer names like Lester, Leslie, or Leszek. Compact and straightforward, it carries a no-nonsense quality that has appealed to parents for generations. In English-speaking countries, Les reached its peak popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in Britain, Australia, and North America. The name has working-class associations in some regions, often conjuring images of reliability and straightforwardness. In Eastern European contexts, particularly Polish communities, Les may derive from Leszek, giving it different cultural connotations. The name's brevity gives it a distinct, unpretentious character.</p>

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