Origin, Meaning, And History Of Lennox
Lennox is a unisex name of Scottish origin, derived from the place name Lennox, located in the historic county of Dunbartonshire or The Country of Dumbarton, Scotland. Lennox is believed to have been derived from the Old Gaelic name Leamhnachd, which means ‘place of elms’ or ‘elm grove.’ It is also associated with the meaning ‘the field of the smooth stream,’ as in The Vale of Leven, the valley of the River Leven surrounds Lennox.
The Lennox family was a prominent Scottish noble family whose origins can be traced back to the early 13th century. The family was closely associated with the Scottish royal family and played a significant role in Scottish politics and history. The Earls of Lennox were the chiefs of the Clan Lennox. The Earls of Lennox were among the most powerful nobles by the end of the 13th century. Esme Steward, Earl of Lennox, was created 1st Duke of Lennox in 1581 by James VI of Scotland. The title was passed down through the family and held by several prominent figures in Scottish history.
In recent years, Lennox has become increasingly popular as a first name for both boys and girls. The name has also been used as a surname and has been adopted by several notable individuals like the Scottish footballer Gary Lennox, Jamaican runner Lennox Miller and Scottish singer Annie Lennox. The name Lennox has several variations and derivatives, including Lenox, Lenix, and Lenixx. Some nicknames of Lennox include Len, Lenny, Nox, Lex, and Knox.
Fictional characters who share the same name include Lennox Elizabeth Scanlon from the TV show Melissa & Joey, Lennox Leste from the British series “Bad Girls,” Lennox from Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” Ray Lennox from the film Filth, and William Lennox from the movie Transformers.
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Famous People With The Name Lennox
- Lennox LewisBritish former professional boxer, the first boxer to hold the undisputed heavyweight world championship
- Kai LennoxAmerican actor, known for The Girl from Plainville, Green Room, and Beginners.
- Lennox GordonAmerican former football player, who played two seasons for the Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts in the National Football League
- Lennox GraftonCanadian architect, one of the first women to be trained as architects
Lennox On The Popularity Chart
Lennox is a gender-neutral name that has been in use for a long time. Find out the popularity and ranking of the name from the graphs below.
Popularity Over Time
The name Lennox was not popular in the earlier centuries. Its popularity began increasing in 2004. Glance through for more.
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The name’s ranking has fluctuated over the years, as seen from the graph. Currently, it ranks 17,798 on the popularity chart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Lennox?
The name Lennox means place of elms.
2. What is the origin of the name Lennox?
Lennox has a Gaelic and Scottish origin.
3. How to pronounce the name Lennox?
Lennox is pronounced as len-nox.
