Lennon
Lennon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɛn.ən/ · /ˈlɛn.ɪn/
Meaning and origin of Lennon
Root meaning: “descendant of Lover (Leannán)”
- A unisex given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage.
Etymology
From Irish Ó Leannáin (“descendant of Lover (Leannán)”) and from Ó Lonáin (“descendant of Blackbird (Lonán)”).
How popular is Lennon?
Since 1880, 12,576 girls and 8,003 boys in the U.S. have been named Lennon (61% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #214 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #596 in 2016. In 2025 it ranked #214 for girls, with 1,729 babies given the name.
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Sibling name ideas for Lennon
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Lennon FAQ
What does the name Lennon mean?
Lennon traces back to a root meaning "descendant of Lover (Leannán)". A unisex given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage. From Irish Ó Leannáin (“descendant of Lover (Leannán)”) and from Ó Lonáin (“descendant of Blackbird (Lonán)”).
What is the origin of the name Lennon?
Lennon is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Lennon?
Since 1880, 12,576 girls and 8,003 boys in the U.S. have been named Lennon (61% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #214 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #596 in 2016. In 2025 it ranked #214 for girls, with 1,729 babies given the name.
Is Lennon a boy or girl name?
Lennon is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (12,576 girls and 8,003 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.