Lennart Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEN-art / /ˈlɛn.ɑːrt/German; Scandinavian
Meaning
Brave as a lion; strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Lennart is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'leon' meaning lion and 'hard' meaning brave or strong. It has been used in various forms across Germany and Scandinavia. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is often associated with strength and courage.
Trend Summary
Lennart has seen fluctuating popularity in the US, with a notable presence in Scandinavian communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leonhard
- Lenard
International Variants
- Lennart (Swedish)
- Leonhard (German)
- Leonardo (Italian)
Famous people named Lennart
Lennart Meri was an Estonian politician and writer, serving as the first President of Estonia after its independence.
Lennart Johansson was a Swedish football administrator, known for his role as the president of UEFA.
Lennart Nilsson was a Swedish photographer and filmmaker, celebrated for his pioneering work in medical photography.
Lennart Poettering is a German software engineer, recognized for his contributions to systemd and other open-source projects.
Fictional characters named Lennart
Lennart is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', known for his role in the storyline.
Lennart is a character in the animated series 'Moominvalley', depicted as a friendly and adventurous creature.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lennart was first seen in the United States in 1911. Lennart has ranked as high as #822 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Lennart has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lennart (1935)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |