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Summary

Lenard is a name of Germanic origin, meaning 'brave lion.' It evolved from 'Leonhard' to 'Leonard' and then to 'Lenard.' The name is associated with traits of bravery and strength and has no specific biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages, especially due to Saint Leonard. Common variants include 'Leonard,' 'Len,' and 'Lenny.' Today, it is regarded as a classic name with a strong image.

The name Lenard is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lenard has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lenard' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 460th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 498th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 683rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 954th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1691st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4484th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7443rd out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8498th out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Lenard' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.