Lenny
Lenny: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɛni/
Meaning and origin of Lenny
- A diminutive of the male given name Leonard.
How popular is Lenny?
Since 1880, 736 girls and 8,299 boys in the U.S. have been named Lenny (8% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2799 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #556 in 1961. In 2025, 189 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Lenny FAQ
What does the name Lenny mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Leonard.
How popular is the name Lenny?
Since 1880, 736 girls and 8,299 boys in the U.S. have been named Lenny (8% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2799 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #556 in 1961. In 2025, 189 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lenny a boy or girl name?
Lenny is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 736 girls and 8,299 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.