Lennox
Meaning: Elm grove, many elms
Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #256
Total births: 637
History: Lennox surged in the 2010s as a Scottish surname-name. Lennox Head is a legendary NSW surf spot. Lennox means Australian surfing heritage and Scottish roots.
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Look at the data
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| Current rank (2025) | #81 |
| Babies named Lennox in 2025 | 102 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 637 |
| Peak year | 2021 (118 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #69 |
| Years in records | 2020–2025 (6 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 16 spots |
Frequently asked about Lennox
What does the name Lennox mean?
Lennox means “Elm grove, many elms” from Scottish Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Lennox?
Lennox has Scottish Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Elm grove, many elms”.
How popular is Lennox in Australia?
Lennox ranked #81 in Australia in 2025 — given to 102 babies that year.
When was Lennox most popular?
Lennox peaked in 2021 with 118 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Lennox a boy or girl name?
Lennox is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Lennoxs in registered births are male.
Is the name Lennox rising or falling in popularity?
Lennox has risen 16 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #97 in 2020 to #81 in 2025.
How long has Lennox been recorded in Australia?
Lennox appears in birth records in Australia across 6 years — from 2020 through 2025.