Lew
Lew: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ljuห/ ยท /luห/
Meaning and origin of Lew
- A diminutive of the male given name Lewis.
- A male given name.
How popular is Lew?
Since 1880, 15 girls and 2,193 boys in the U.S. have been named Lew (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4968 in 1929. Its highest rank for boys was #389 in 1880. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Lew
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Lew FAQ
What does the name Lew mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Lewis. A male given name.
How popular is the name Lew?
Since 1880, 15 girls and 2,193 boys in the U.S. have been named Lew (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4968 in 1929. Its highest rank for boys was #389 in 1880. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lew a boy or girl name?
Lew is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 15 girls and 2,193 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.