Lennan

At a Glance: Name: Lennan – Meaning: lover, sweetheart – Origin: Irish – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: LEN-an

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Lennan is a boy's name of Irish origin, pronounced LEN-an (IPA /ˈlɛnən/), with a verified meaning of "lover, sweetheart." It's tagged as a global-explorer style pick, fitting parents drawn to names rooted outside the most familiar English-language traditions. For a name that carries its affection right in the meaning, Lennan is a concrete, uncommon option worth a look.

Meaning & Origin of Lennan

Meaning: Lover, sweetheart.

Origin: Irish.

How to Pronounce Lennan

Phonetic: LEN-an   IPA: /ˈlɛnən/

Popularity of Lennan

SSA records from 2013 to 2024 show Lennan peaking at rank #5396 in 2016, when 25 babies received the name; by 2024 it had dropped to rank #9265, with only 11 babies given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2013–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Lennan mean?

Lover, sweetheart.

How do you pronounce Lennan?

Lennan is pronounced LEN-an (IPA: /ˈlɛnən/).

Is Lennan a popular name right now?

Lennan peaked at #5396 in 2016 and is ranked #9265 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2013–2024.)

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