Lennox
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Elm grove, many elms
Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Popularity: Ranked #289 in 2025 with 1,160 babies born.
History: Lennox derives from the Scottish Gaelic 'leamhanach,' meaning elm grove or abounding in elms. It is a historic Scottish earldom and clan name. As a given name it has grown significantly in the United States and United Kingdom in recent years, associated with boxer Lennox Lewis. It carries a strong, aristocratic Scottish character.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Lennox? About 1 in 2,145 babies born in 2025 were named Lennox, or roughly 4.3 per day in the United States.
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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?
Lennox ranked #289 in 2025 — given to 1,160 babies that year.
When was Lennox most popular?
Lennox peaked in 2022 with 1,426 babies registered that year.
Is Lennox a boy or girl name?
Lennox is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 73% of Lennoxs are boys and 27% are girls.
Is the name Lennox rising or falling in popularity?
Lennox has risen 301 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #590 in 2020 to #289 in 2025.
How long has Lennox been recorded?
Lennox appears in birth records across 72 years — from 1918 through 2025.