Lennon Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LEN-un //ˈlɛnən//
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: 'small cloak'; English: 'from the elm tree'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lennon has its roots in the Irish surname O'Leannain, which is derived from the Gaelic word 'leann', meaning 'sorrow' or 'cloak'. The surname was historically associated with the Gaelic nobility in Ireland and has evolved over centuries through various forms.
The transition from the Gaelic O'Leannain to the anglicized Lennon occurred during the English colonization of Ireland, particularly from the 17th century onward, when many Irish names were adapted to fit English phonetics and spelling conventions. Historically, the name Lennon gained prominence in the 20th century, largely due to the influence of John Lennon, a member of the iconic band The Beatles.
His contributions to music and culture during the 1960s and 1970s left a lasting impact, which in turn brought attention to the name. While John Lennon is a significant figure, the name itself has earlier associations, as surnames often transitioned into first names in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Culturally, the name Lennon carries connotations of creativity and artistic expression, largely influenced by its association with music and the counterculture movements of the 20th century. The name's resonance is further enhanced by its melodic quality, making it appealing in various contexts.
Additionally, the name has been used in literature and media, reinforcing its cultural significance. Although Lennon is primarily recognized as a surname, its adoption as a first name reflects a broader trend of using surnames as given names, a practice that has gained traction in contemporary naming conventions.
Fictional characters named Lennon
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Lennon is a fictional character from the video game series The Legend of Zelda. He is a member of the group known as the Seven Sages who aids the protagonist in their quest.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lennon was first seen in the United States in 1981.
Lennon has ranked as high as #471 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Lennon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lennon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lennon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lennon (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 86 | |
| TX | 78 | |
| OH | 71 | |
| WI | 60 | |
| TN | 53 | |
| PA | 52 | |
| IL | 47 | |
| NY | 43 | |
| NC | 43 | |
| FL | 42 | |
| GA | 42 | |
| MN | 41 | |
| UT | 38 | |
| CO | 36 | |
| IN | 35 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lennon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,311 |
| 2023 | 1,257 |
| 2022 | 1,318 |
| 2021 | 1,278 |
| 2020 | 1,078 |
| 2019 | 800 |
| 2018 | 728 |
| 2017 | 710 |
| 2016 | 654 |
| 2015 | 606 |
| 2014 | 404 |
| 2013 | 273 |
| 2012 | 133 |
| 2011 | 116 |
| 2010 | 81 |
| 2009 | 63 |
| 2008 | 66 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |