Lennox Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Lennox appears in William Shakespeare’s play “Macbeth.” Lennox is a nobleman and a supporter of Macbeth’s ascent to the throne.

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A Deep Dive

Lennox Overview

Meaning

With many elm trees, elm grove

Gender

Boy, Gender-neutral

Origin

Scottish

Etymology

Derived from the Gaelic name “Leamhnach,” meaning “place of elms.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈlɛnɑks/

Popularity

Lennox is favored in Scotland, Australia, and the USA. In 2023, Lennox ranked #289 for boys and #548 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

3 (Expressive, Social, Artistic)

Name Styles

Exotic, Cool, Uncommon, Nature-inspired

Associated Traits

Bold, unique, charming
A Deep Dive

Lennox Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Lennex, Lenox, Lenno, Lennick, Lennik

Common Nicknames

Len, Noxy, Leno, Leni, Enny

Diminutives

Lenny, Nox, Len, Lex, Knox

Famous People

  • Lennox Lewis
    (British-Canadian Boxer)
  • Lennox Yearwood Jr.
    (American Activist)
  • Lennox Berkeley
    (English Composer)
  • Lennox Wong
    (Hong Kong Chef)
  • Lennox Lai
    (Canadian Entrepreneur)
  • Lennox Robinson
    (Irish Playwright)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Lennox"
    ("Macbeth," Play)
  • "Lennox"
    (1994 Album)
  • "Lennox Hill"
    (2020 TV Series)
  • "Lennox Gardens"
    (2008 Novel)
  • Lennox Scanlon
    ("Melissa & Joey," TV Series)
  • Lennox
    ("X-Men: Days of Future Past," Film)
  • "Lennox Avenue"
    (2012 Film)

Places

  • Lennox Community
    (California, USA)
  • Lennox Island
    (Prince Edward Island, Canada)
  • Lennox Bridge
    (New South Wales, Australia)
  • Lennox Gardens
    (Australian Capital Territory, Australia)
  • Lennox Head Village
    (New South Wales, Australia)

What Is the Meaning of Lennox?

Lennox means “elm grove” or “with many elm trees.” It evokes a sense of strength and natural beauty, often associated with someone who has a deep connection to nature.

What Is the Origin of The Name Lennox?

The name Lennox has Scottish origins, derived from the Gaelic “leamhanach,” meaning “place of elms.” It originally referred to a region in Scotland known for its abundance of elm trees.

Lennox Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Lennox in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2542021#2482022#2652023
Top 3 Rankings#2482022#2542021#2652023

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Lennox

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023265
(-17 from 2022)
1281
(-142 from 2022)
0.06996
2022248
(+6 from 2021)
1423
(+23 from 2021)
0.07598
2021254
(+37 from 2020)
1400
(+232 from 2020)
0.07472
2020291
(+39 from 2019)
1168
(+156 from 2019)
0.06315
2019330
(+41 from 2018)
1012
(+134 from 2018)
0.05266
2018371
(+38 from 2017)
878
(+114 from 2017)
0.04517
2017409
(+33 from 2016)
764
(+64 from 2016)
0.03860
2016442
(+48 from 2015)
700
(+99 from 2015)
0.03456
2015490
(+95 from 2014)
601
(+126 from 2014)
0.02940
2014585
(+90 from 2013)
475
(+118 from 2013)
0.02318
2013675
(+97 from 2012)
357
(+63 from 2012)
0.01767
2012772
(+51 from 2011)
294
(+30 from 2011)
0.01449
2011823
(+110 from 2010)
264
(+48 from 2010)
0.01300
2010933
(+185 from 2009)
216
(+51 from 2009)
0.01051
20091118
(+425 from 2008)
165
(+61 from 2008)
0.00778
20081543
(+347 from 2007)
104
(+29 from 2007)
0.00477
20071890
(+285 from 2006)
75
(+16 from 2006)
0.00339
20062175
(+224 from 2005)
59
(+11 from 2005)
0.00269
20052399
(+389 from 2004)
48
(+11 from 2004)
0.00226
20042788
(-9 from 2003)
37
(+2 from 2003)
0.00175
20032779
(-176 from 2002)
35
(-2 from 2002)
0.00167
20022603
(+1118 from 2001)
37
(+15 from 2001)
0.00179
20013721
(-571 from 2000)
22
(-5 from 2000)
0.00106
20003150
(+439 from 1999)
27
(+6 from 1999)
0.00129
19993589
(+1283 from 1998)
21
(+8 from 1998)
0.00103
19984872
(+1227 from 1997)
13
(+4 from 1997)
0.00064
19976099
(-564 from 1996)
9
(-1 from 1996)
0.00045
19965535
(-744 from 1995)
10
(-2 from 1995)
0.00050
19954791
(+662 from 1994)
12
(+2 from 1994)
0.00060
19945453
(-1953 from 1993)
10
(-8 from 1993)
0.00049
19933500
(+1064 from 1992)
18
(+6 from 1992)
0.00087
19924564
(+955 from 1991)
12
(+3 from 1991)
0.00057
19915519
(-526 from 1990)
9
(-1 from 1990)
0.00042
19904993
(+172 from 1989)
10
(+1 from 1989)
0.00046
19895165
(+34 from 1988)
9
(+1 from 1988)
0.00043
19885199
(-1242 from 1987)
8
(-3 from 1987)
0.00040
19873957
(+1968 from 1986)
11
(+5 from 1986)
0.00056
19865925
(-139 from 1985)
6
No change from 1985
0.00031
19855786
(-2087 from 1984)
6
(-5 from 1984)
0.00031
19843699
(+800 from 1983)
11
(+3 from 1983)
0.00059
19834499
(-534 from 1982)
8
(-2 from 1982)
0.00043
19823965
(+543 from 1981)
10
(+2 from 1981)
0.00053
19814508
(+1548 from 1979)
8
(+3 from 1979)
0.00043
19800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19796056
(-997 from 1978)
5
(-1 from 1978)
0.00028
19785059
(-476 from 1977)
6
(-1 from 1977)
0.00035
19774583
(+214 from 1975)
7
(+1 from 1975)
0.00041
19760
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19754797
(-1104 from 1973)
6
(-2 from 1973)
0.00037
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19733693
(-540 from 1972)
8
(-2 from 1972)
0.00050
19723153
(-467 from 1971)
10
(-3 from 1971)
0.00060
19712686
(+385 from 1970)
13
(+3 from 1970)
0.00072
19703071
(+867 from 1969)
10
(+4 from 1969)
0.00052
19693938
(-1202 from 1968)
6
(-4 from 1968)
0.00033
19682736
(+822 from 1967)
10
(+4 from 1967)
0.00056
19673558
(-20 from 1965)
6
No change from 1965
0.00034
19660
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19653538
(+65 from 1964)
6
No change from 1964
0.00032
19643603
(-703 from 1961)
6
(-3 from 1961)
0.00030
19630
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19612900
(-27 from 1960)
9
No change from 1960
0.00042
19602873
(+411 from 1959)
9
(+2 from 1959)
0.00042
19593284
(+662 from 1958)
7
(+2 from 1958)
0.00032
19583946
(-494 from 1954)
5
(-1 from 1954)
0.00023
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19543452
(-576 from 1952)
6
(-2 from 1952)
0.00029
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19522876
(+838 from 1951)
8
(+3 from 1951)
0.00041
19513714
(-385 from 1950)
5
(-1 from 1950)
0.00026
19503329
(-14 from 1948)
6
No change from 1948
0.00033
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19483315
(+23 from 1945)
6
(+1 from 1945)
0.00034
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19453338
(-374 from 1943)
5
(-2 from 1943)
0.00036
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19432964
(+681 from 1935)
7
(+2 from 1935)
0.00048
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19353645
(+523 from 1919)
5
No change from 1919
0.00047
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19194168
(+12 from 1918)
5
No change from 1918
0.00049
19184180
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00048
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Lennox

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3432021#3642022#3862023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3222021#3332022#3272023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2372021#2762022#2642023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2572021#3042022#2602023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1692021#1782022#1552023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1892021#1772022#2302023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1722021#1792022#2132023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2852021#2452022#2392023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1702021#1752022#1752023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1822021#1702022#2092023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#3012021#2432022#3022023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1942021#2552022#2372023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#3082021#2352022#2552023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3112021#2212022#2342023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#3212021#3092022#3692023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2142021#2032022#1942023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2562021#3092022#3832023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2022021#1712022#1812023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2442021#2632022#2772023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1842021#2532022#2212023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2172021#2232022#2652023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2872021#1722022#2712023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#4472021#3492022#4362023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#4292021#2502022#2722023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2402021#2572022#3062023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1952021#2782022#2422023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3662021#3072022#4392023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2652021#2602022#2282023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1702021#1852022#2632023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#4202021#3082022#3402023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#3382021#4022022#3402023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1962021#1522022#1272023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2712021#2812022#4802023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2702021#1962022#2602023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2762021#2232022#1732023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2242021#1612022#2412023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4222021#2442022#3492023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#4352021#2392022#5752023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1152021#1542022#1262023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3852021#4562022#3862023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1832019#1322021#1792022

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2312018#2422021#2692022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2852019#3462021#3912022

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2402020#1922023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2592018#1802022

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2812017#2022020

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2542021#2522023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#2042022

Popularity Rankings for Lennox in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#792021#952022#712023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#1012021#1372022#1592023

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#1312013#1402014#1702015

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#2332021#1482022#1522023

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#1662021#1582022#1842023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#1752020#1902021#2512022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1992021#1852022#2412023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#2642020#2092021#4482022

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#2552022#2472023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3742021#2852022#2722023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#3882019#3812020#3082021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#6312021#6572022#5842023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#5882013#5942014#7322015

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Lennox a Name for Boys or Girls?

Its Scottish heritage and contemporary usage make Lennox a fitting name for any child, regardless of gender.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Lennox

Lennox in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Lennox Lewis (Boxer, born 1965): A British-Canadian former professional boxer and three-time world heavyweight champion.
  • Lennox Yearwood Jr. (Activist, born 1969): An American activist and CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus, working on climate change and social justice issues.
  • Lennox Berkeley (Composer, 1903–1989): An English composer who created numerous works for orchestra, chamber music, and opera.
  • Lennox Wong (Chef, born 1978): A renowned chef from Hong Kong celebrated for his innovative fusion cuisine.
  • Lennox Lai (Entrepreneur, born 1980): A Canadian entrepreneur and tech innovator who founded several successful startups.
  • Lennox Robinson (Playwright, 1886–1958): An Irish playwright and director, known for his contributions to the Abbey Theatre.
  • Lennox Cato (Antiques Expert, born 1961): A British antiques expert and television personality who appears on "Antiques Roadshow."
  • Lennox Miller (Athlete, 1946–2004): A Jamaican sprinter who won medals in the Olympics and other international competitions.
  • Lennox ("Macbeth," Play): A Scottish nobleman who reports significant events and supports Malcolm's claim to the throne.
  • "Lennox" (1994 Album): A compilation album by the band Stillpoint, featuring a mix of rock and folk music.
  • "Lennox Hill" (2020 TV Series): A docuseries following the lives of doctors and patients at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.
  • "Lennox Gardens" (2008 Novel): A dramatic novel set in a prestigious London neighborhood, exploring the lives of its wealthy residents.
  • Lennox Scanlon ("Melissa & Joey," 2010 TV Series): The rebellious niece of Mel, who often finds herself in various teenage dilemmas.
  • Lennox ("X-Men: Days of Future Past," 2014 Film): A mutant with the ability to transform his body into metal.
  • "Lennox Avenue" (2012 Film): A drama about life in Harlem, exploring themes of community, family, and identity.
  • Lennox City (California, USA): A small, urban community located in Los Angeles County, adjacent to Inglewood and near Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Lennox Island (Prince Edward Island, Canada): A Mi'kmaq First Nation reserve located in Malpeque Bay, known for its cultural heritage.
  • Lennox Bridge (New South Wales, Australia): The oldest stone arch bridge on the Australian mainland, located in the Blue Mountains.
  • Lennox Gardens (Australian Capital Territory, Australia): A public park in Canberra, known for its picturesque views of Lake Burley Griffin.
  • Lennox River (Auckland, New Zealand): A river in the Auckland Region, flowing through a mix of urban and rural areas.
  • Lennox Head (New South Wales, Australia): A coastal town famous for its beautiful beaches and surfing spots.
  • Lennox Passage (Nova Scotia, Canada): A strait separating Cape Breton Island from the mainland of Nova Scotia, significant for its historical trade routes.

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