Lesia
Lesia is a feminine given name used primarily in Ukraine and among Ukrainian-speaking communities. In Ukrainian, Lesia (Леся) is commonly a diminutive form of Larysa (Лариса) but it has also become a given name in its own right. The name is widely associated with Slavic naming traditions and appears in literature, media, and contemporary usage.
Origin and usage: The form Lesia is popular in Ukraine and often signals cultural affiliation or heritage.
Notable people: Lesia Ukrainka, the pen name of Larysa Petrivna Kosach-Kvitka (1871–1913), is a central figure
In modern times, the given name Lesia remains common in Ukraine and among the Ukrainian diaspora, appearing