Lonnell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lonnell is a modern English name that likely derives from 'Lionel,' meaning 'little lion.' It evolved from historical forms like Lionel and Lonnie. The name embodies traits of creativity and individuality. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lonnell"
Pronunciation
/lɒˈnɛl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Lonnell is a modern name, likely derived from the name 'Lionel,' which has French origins and means 'little lion.' It may also be influenced by the name 'Lonnie,' which is a diminutive of Alonzo or other names containing 'lon.'
Meaning
little lion
Language Evolution
Lionel, Lonnie, Lonnell
Historical Usage
Lonnell gained popularity as a given name in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as unique names began to rise in favor.
Variants & Derivatives
Lonnie, Lionel, Lonn
Modern Popularity & Image
Lonnell is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Lonnell Grant - American football player, Lonnell Williams - American artist
📊 Lonnell Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Lonnell Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lonnell"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lonnell"
"Lonnell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5121st of 6773 | 22 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2154th of 7552 | 270 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2077th of 10718 | 326 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3219th of 16616 | 278 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6987th of 24088 | 159 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11534th of 23106 | 55 |
Regional Popularity of "Lonnell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
67.33% 1921st/2853 |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.85% 1288th/2937 |
- | - |
41.44% 1676th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
- |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
52.49% 3316th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lonnell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lonnell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lonnell" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lonnell" in the United States
The name Lonnell is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lonnell has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lonnell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5121st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2154th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2077th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3219th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6987th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11534th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lonnell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.