Lennon
Lennon is a unisex name of Irish origin meaning “lover of storms; descendant of Leannán.” It ranked #214 in the United States in 2025. An Irish surname meaning 'descendant of Leannán,' derived from 'leann' meaning cloak or lover.
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how do you pronounce Lennon?
LEN-un
where does the name Lennon come from?
The surname Lennon comes from two Irish sources, Leannán and Lonán.
It gained widespread use as a given name in tribute to musician John Lennon.
how popular is this name?
Lennon has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 13 years since 2013. It peaked at #214 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #214 |
| 2024 | #235 |
| 2023 | #243 |
| 2022 | #228 |
| 2021 | #237 |
| 2020 | #299 |
| 2019 | #388 |
| 2018 | #434 |
| 2017 | #445 |
| 2016 | #479 |
| 2013 | #929 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Lennon fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Lennon
Lennon is a surname and a given name that has grown popular in English-speaking countries in recent years for both boys and girls.
who are famous people named Lennon?
- John Lennon (musician, The Beatles)
- Sean Lennon (musician)
what are the nicknames and variants of Lennon?
Nicknames
what names are similar to Lennon?
what names go well with Lennon?
Sibling names that share Lennon's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Lennon
What does the name Lennon mean?
Lennon means “lover of storms; descendant of Leannán”.
What is the origin of the name Lennon?
Lennon comes from the Irish naming tradition.
How popular is the name Lennon?
Lennon ranked #214 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Lennon a boy or girl name?
Lennon is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Lennon?
Lennon is pronounced LEN-un, with 2 syllables.
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