Lenox
How to say it: LEN-uks · /ˈlɛnəks/
Scottish place name and surname; from Gaelic 'leamhanach' meaning elm grove.
Lenox was the 270th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 160 babies of either sex (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 55% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #235 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #270 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 (both sexes) | 160 |
| Share of births | 1 in 1,791 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +55% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #235 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Climbing steadily, Lenox found its best years yet in the 2020s. It stands at its peak now and further growth is expected in the near future.
What goes with it
Crisp and forceful in two syllables, Lenox feels strong with a place name character. Brixton pairs alongside it, while Len works as a short form.
Nicknames
- Len
- Lenny
Honouring a Lenox in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Lenox is about 1 in 75.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
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