Lenny

What does the baby name Lenny mean? Learn about what Lenny means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Lenny - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Lenny: L-E-N-N-Y, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Lenny: LEN ee
Meaning of Lenny: Brave as a lion, strong like the lion, brave lion.
Origin of Lenny: The name 'Lenny' has its origins in English and is derived from the name 'Leonard'. It is a diminutive form or nickname for Leonard.; American Names; Canadian Names; English Names; German Names; Germanic Names; Pet Names
Popularity of Lenny: The popularity of the name 'Lenny' has varied over time. It experienced its peak popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. It was a popular choice for parents seeking a shorter and more informal version of the name Leonard.; Lenny currently has 83 likes, and is in the top 4% of liked boy's names. The name Bodie is slightly more popular than Lenny.

Etymology of Lenny

The name 'Lenny' is derived from the Germanic name 'Leonard', which consists of two elements. The first element is 'leo', which means 'lion' in Latin. The second element is 'hard', which means 'brave' or 'strong'. Therefore, the name 'Leonard' can be interpreted to mean 'brave lion' or 'strong lion'.

Cultural Significance of Lenny

The name 'Lenny' does not hold significant cultural or symbolic meaning in particular cultures. It is primarily seen as a casual and friendly nickname for the name Leonard.