Lennie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEN-ee / ˈlɛniEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Brave as a lion; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Lennie is often considered a diminutive of Leonard, which has roots in Old High German. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is sometimes used as a standalone name, reflecting a trend towards shorter, more casual names. Lennie has been associated with various cultural references, including literature and film.
Trend Summary
Lennie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lenny
- Len
International Variants
- Lennart (Swedish)
- Leonard (English)
- Léonard (French)
Famous people named Lennie
Lennie Briscoe was a fictional character on the television series 'Law & Order', known for his role as a detective.
Lennie James is a British actor and playwright, recognized for his performances in 'The Walking Dead' and 'Jericho'.
Lennie Rosenbluth was an American basketball player, notable for his college career at the University of North Carolina.
Lennie Tristano was an influential American jazz pianist and composer, known for his innovative approach to music.
Fictional characters named Lennie
Lennie Small is a character in John Steinbeck's novel 'Of Mice and Men', known for his mental disability and strength.
Lennie is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often portrayed as a humorous and quirky friend.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lennie was first seen in the United States in 1882. Lennie has ranked as high as #1027 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, New York, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Lennie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lennie (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 9 |
| 1889 | 9 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 11 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 17 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 23 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1920 | 26 |
| 1921 | 33 |
| 1922 | 26 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 25 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 24 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 23 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 20 |
| 1940 | 25 |
| 1941 | 22 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 28 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 33 |
| 1946 | 45 |
| 1947 | 41 |
| 1948 | 55 |
| 1949 | 37 |
| 1950 | 34 |
| 1951 | 51 |
| 1952 | 44 |
| 1953 | 46 |
| 1954 | 48 |
| 1955 | 64 |
| 1956 | 61 |
| 1957 | 82 |
| 1958 | 78 |
| 1959 | 76 |
| 1960 | 75 |
| 1961 | 74 |
| 1962 | 63 |
| 1963 | 61 |
| 1964 | 70 |
| 1965 | 57 |
| 1966 | 52 |
| 1967 | 36 |
| 1968 | 42 |
| 1969 | 38 |
| 1970 | 35 |
| 1971 | 40 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 49 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |