Lenox Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEN-ox / /ˈlɛnɒks/Scottish; Irish
Meaning
Scottish: from the elm tree; Irish: a place name
Historical & Cultural Background
Lenox is derived from a Scottish surname that refers to a region in Scotland. The name is associated with the ancient Gaelic word for 'elm tree.' In Ireland, it is linked to a place name, adding to its geographical significance. The name has gained popularity in modern times, often used as a first name for boys.
Trend Summary
Lenox has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
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Variants
- Lennox
International Variants
- Lennox (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lenox was first seen in the United States in 1912. Lenox has ranked as high as #1204 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, Georgia, Florida, Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Lenox has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lenox (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 15 | |
| TX | 10 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| MA | 7 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 48 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2014 | 80 |
| 2015 | 86 |
| 2016 | 91 |
| 2017 | 110 |
| 2018 | 114 |
| 2019 | 159 |
| 2020 | 155 |
| 2021 | 160 |
| 2022 | 170 |
| 2023 | 172 |
| 2024 | 112 |