Girl · 361st of 30,306
Lennon
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
18,838
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2022
Peak Popularity Year
1,730
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Lennon stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Lennon is an Irish name meaning 'lover' or 'sweetheart,' originating from the surname O'Leannain. It evolved from O'Leannain to Leannan and finally to Lennon. The name is characterized by its association with creativity and musicality, particularly linked to John Lennon of The Beatles. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛnən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Lennon is derived from the Irish surname O'Leannain, which means 'descendant of Leannan,' where 'Leannan' means 'lover' or 'sweetheart' in Irish.
Meaning
lover, sweetheart
Language Evolution
O'Leannain, Leannan, Lennon
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of musician John Lennon of The Beatles.
Variants & Derivatives
Len, Lenn, Lennon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Lennon is viewed positively, often associated with creativity and musicality, largely due to its connection with John Lennon.
Famous People
John Lennon, Julian Lennon, Lennon Stella
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,730 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3587th of 7545 | 82 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2786th of 6773 | 137 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2339th of 7552 | 230 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2683rd of 10718 | 217 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2440th of 16616 | 416 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1198th of 24088 | 2,124 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 692nd of 23106 | 4,488 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14996th of 27321 | 40 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3472nd of 35406 | 687 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 361st of 30306 | 10,417 |