Lennis
Lennis is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Brave lion or hardy lion, as a variant of Leonard.
Origin and history
Lennis is an uncommon masculine name of English and Germanic origin, likely arising as a variant of Leonard or Lennard. Historically recorded in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it remains a rare choice today. Its classic structure gives it a vintage, understated feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,217 babies in the United States have been named Lennis since 1880. It ranks #3481 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- LA (63.9 %)
- TX (18.1 %)
- CA (6 %)
- MO (6 %)
- NC (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 80 |
| 1920-1930 | 159 |
| 1930-1940 | 177 |
| 1940-1950 | 231 |
| 1950-1960 | 247 |
| 1960-1970 | 164 |
| 1970-1980 | 73 |
| 1980-1990 | 58 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 8 |
| 2010-2019 | 10 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Len, Lenny
Fun facts
- Lennis shares its cadence and sound with the far more common traditional name Dennis.
- The name had modest usage in the United States in the early 20th century before becoming extremely rare.