Lennon
Lennon is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Lover, sweetheart, or descendant of Leannán; also associated with 'black-haired' or 'cloak'.
Origin and history
Lennon is derived from the Irish surname Ó Leannáin, traditionally associated with meanings like 'lover' or 'black-haired'. While long known as a surname connected to musician John Lennon, it has recently risen in popularity as a given name for girls in the United States. Its usage for female infants has surged significantly in the 2020s.
Popularity in the United States
12,576 babies in the United States have been named Lennon since 1880. It ranks #1436 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #236.
States where it is most popular
- CA (7.4 %)
- TX (6.3 %)
- OH (5 %)
- MI (4.8 %)
- PA (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 53 |
| 2000-2010 | 333 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,506 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,673 |
Famous people named Lennon
- Lennon Stella: Singer, Actress
- Lennon Parham: Actress, Comedian
Nicknames
Lennie, Lenny
Fun facts
- The surname became world-famous due to Beatles member John Lennon, inspiring its adoption as a given name.
- Though rare historically as a given name, over half of all U.S. female births recorded with the name Lennon have occurred since 2020.