Lyons Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLY-uhnz / /ˈlaɪənz/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'from the place of the yew trees'; English: 'lion'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lyons is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'O'Laighin', meaning 'descendant of Laighin'. It is also used as a surname in English-speaking countries. The name has historical significance in Ireland, particularly associated with various places and families. In modern contexts, it is often used as a first name.
Trend Summary
The name Lyons has seen limited use as a first name in the U.S., with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lion
- Lyons
International Variants
- Lion (French)
- León (Spanish)
- Léo (Portuguese)
Famous people named Lyons
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Fictional characters named Lyons
Lyons is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', serving as a member of the WLF.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lyons was first seen in the United States in 2018. Lyons has ranked as high as #1374 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lyons has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lyons
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 5 |