Lisle
2 syllables
⚥ Unisex ◎ Modern American ◈ 2 syllables ✦ US Top 100
"Island of lilies or island."

From Modern American

The name Lisle is of French origin and is derived from the city of Lille, which is located in the Nord department of France. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Lisle at a glance
MeaningIsland of lilies or island.
OriginModern American
GenderUnisex
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 3
US Rank#6
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Origin & history of Lisle
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Modern American roots
The name Lisle is of French origin and is derived from the city of Lille, which is located in the Nord department of France. The name Lisle is a variant of the name Lille, which means little or small in French. The name Lisle has been used in England since the Middle Ages, where it was brought by the Normans. In the 12th century, a notable bearer of the name Lisle was Lisle de Sales, a French abbot and saint. The name Lisle has also been associated with the Lisle family, a noble family from Normandy who were prominent in medieval England. The name Lisle has been used as a given name and a surname. The name Lisle has a unique and distinctive sound, with a soft s and a silent e at the end. The name Lisle has been popularized in modern times by the character Lisle Von Rhuman, a vampire in the popular HBO television series True Blood. The name Lisle has also been associated with the fictional character Lisle Cullen, a vampire in the Twilight book series by Stephenie Meyer. The name Lisle has a strong and regal sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a unique and distinguished name for their child.
2
Root name
The root form of Lisle is Lisle — meaning Island of lilies or island..
3
Modern usage
Lisle remains a beloved choice, ranking #6 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Lisle?
6 avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 6 babies were named Lisle each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
60 Total US registrations
last 10 years
2 Syllables
3 Numerology
life path
Popularity in the US Very popular
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Numerology of Lisle
3
Life path number
The Creator
Creativity, joy and self-expression.
Creative
😄Joyful
🗣️Communicator
🌈Optimistic
L3
I9
S1
L3
E5
Sum: 21 → Life path 3
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Personality of Lisle
Bright & creative
Imaginative, expressive, endlessly inventive.
😊
Magnetic warmth
Their laugh is contagious. People love being near them.
🌈
Eternal optimist
Even in dark moments they find the light.
🗣️
Storyteller
They can describe anything and make it fascinating.
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