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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Lover, sweetheart
- Origin
- Irish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- LEN-an
Lennan is a boy's name of Irish origin, pronounced LEN-an (IPA /ˈlɛnən/), with a meaning of "lover, sweetheart." It has a worldly feel, 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
LEN-anIPA /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.
Names Like Lennan
These names share Lennan’s style, era or origin.
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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