What does lester means?

Lester is a masculine given name of English origin. It is a variant of the name Leicester, which is derived from the Old English words "leage" (woodland) and "ceaster" (fortress), and means "woodland fortress". The name Lester was first used in England in the 12th century, and it has remained in use ever since.

There are several notable people with the name Lester, including:

* Lester Young (1909-1959), an American jazz saxophonist

* Lester Holt (born 1959), an American news anchor

* Lester Piggott (born 1935), a British jockey

* Lester Bangs (1948-1982), an American music critic

* Lester Bowie (1941-1999), an American jazz trumpeter

* Lester Horton (1906-1953), an American dancer and choreographer

* Lester Maddox (1915-2003), an American politician and businessman

* Lester Sumrall (1913-1996), an American evangelist and faith healer

The name Lester is also used in other countries around the world, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. It is a popular choice for baby boys, and it is often seen as a strong and masculine name.