Lenard Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEH-nard / ˈlɛnərdGerman; English
Meaning
German: brave lion; English: strong as a lion
Historical & Cultural Background
Lenard is derived from the Germanic name Leonard, which has roots in the elements 'leon' meaning lion and 'hard' meaning brave or hardy. The name has been used in various forms across Europe, particularly in Germany and England. It has been borne by several saints and historical figures, contributing to its popularity in Christian contexts. The name has also seen variations in spelling and pronunciation over the centuries.
Trend Summary
Lenard has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leonard
- Leon
- Lenny
International Variants
- Leonardo (Italian)
- Leonhard (German)
- Léonard (French)
Famous people named Lenard
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Fictional characters named Lenard
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lenard was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lenard has ranked as high as #691 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in Texas, Illinois, Mississippi, Georgia, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Lenard has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lenard (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1881 | 14 |
| 1882 | 12 |
| 1883 | 7 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1885 | 16 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1887 | 9 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 9 |
| 1892 | 9 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 13 |
| 1895 | 20 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1897 | 14 |
| 1898 | 12 |
| 1899 | 14 |
| 1900 | 20 |
| 1901 | 14 |
| 1902 | 19 |
| 1903 | 23 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 25 |
| 1906 | 26 |
| 1907 | 30 |
| 1908 | 22 |
| 1909 | 22 |
| 1910 | 32 |
| 1911 | 38 |
| 1912 | 56 |
| 1913 | 57 |
| 1914 | 86 |
| 1915 | 107 |
| 1916 | 118 |
| 1917 | 141 |
| 1918 | 135 |
| 1919 | 182 |
| 1920 | 201 |
| 1921 | 184 |
| 1922 | 196 |
| 1923 | 200 |
| 1924 | 200 |
| 1925 | 204 |
| 1926 | 186 |
| 1927 | 195 |
| 1928 | 193 |
| 1929 | 179 |
| 1930 | 167 |
| 1931 | 145 |
| 1932 | 188 |
| 1933 | 137 |
| 1934 | 123 |
| 1935 | 136 |
| 1936 | 137 |
| 1937 | 136 |
| 1938 | 139 |
| 1939 | 112 |
| 1940 | 129 |
| 1941 | 130 |
| 1942 | 118 |
| 1943 | 137 |
| 1944 | 117 |
| 1945 | 106 |
| 1946 | 112 |
| 1947 | 126 |
| 1948 | 119 |
| 1949 | 130 |
| 1950 | 129 |
| 1951 | 122 |
| 1952 | 107 |
| 1953 | 128 |
| 1954 | 135 |
| 1955 | 121 |
| 1956 | 124 |
| 1957 | 136 |
| 1958 | 113 |
| 1959 | 91 |
| 1960 | 130 |
| 1961 | 100 |
| 1962 | 94 |
| 1963 | 106 |
| 1964 | 91 |
| 1965 | 100 |
| 1966 | 98 |
| 1967 | 66 |
| 1968 | 74 |
| 1969 | 79 |
| 1970 | 84 |
| 1971 | 88 |
| 1972 | 80 |
| 1973 | 76 |
| 1974 | 73 |
| 1975 | 52 |
| 1976 | 57 |
| 1977 | 52 |
| 1978 | 43 |
| 1979 | 58 |
| 1980 | 71 |
| 1981 | 63 |
| 1982 | 67 |
| 1983 | 66 |
| 1984 | 55 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1986 | 44 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 43 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 51 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |