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Lionell
BoyMeaning of Lionell: A boy's name used in American naming traditions
Lionell is a boy's name most strongly associated with American naming. It has 7 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 9482nd most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#9482
7 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,613
First recorded 1915 · peak 1960
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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