Lenox
l(e)-nox
US Popularity:2228
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:With many elms
A strong name with deep roots in the natural word, Lenox is a boy’s name that means “with many elm trees.” It is Scottish in origin, and traditionally a surname used to describe people from the Lennox region, an area of Scotland that includes the Vale of Leven and the infamous Loch Lomond. Lenox is a great choice for baby if you have Scottish ancestry, or if you enjoy the symbolism of elm trees. Elms are powerful trees that are known for their adaptability to diverse soils and climates, their strong bark, and their resistance to wind damage. The name Lenox will imbue baby with a similar strength and tenacity.
Lenox Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lenox is currently #2359 on The Bump
Boy:Lenox is currently #727 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lenox is currently #2228 in U.S. births
Boy:Lenox is currently #762 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2228
in 2022
- 17
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 459
Name Doctor, Lenox
Surname DB, Last name: Lenox
Behind the Name, Lenox, January 2022
Behind the Name, Lennox, January 2022
Ancestry, Lenox Family History
Ancestry, Lennox Family History
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