Lenuel
A masculine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "dedicated to God".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Lenuel. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lenuel today is around 61 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lenuel births was 1936 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lenuel. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lenuel. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1936
5 babies that year
Average age
61
years old
1970 SSA rank
#5,146
Tracked since 1936
Popularity
Lenuel: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lenuel from the 1930s through to the 1970s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 5 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lenuel by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lenuel during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lenuel
The name Lenuel is believed to have originated from Hebrew, derived from the combination of the words "le" meaning "belonging to" and "nu'el" meaning "God is my shepherd" or "God is my guide." It is a relatively uncommon name, and its precise origins and meaning have been subject to scholarly debate.
Some historians suggest that the name Lenuel may have been mentioned in ancient Hebrew texts or religious scriptures, although specific references are scarce. It is possible that the name was used among certain Jewish communities in the ancient Middle East, but records of its usage are limited.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lenuel can be found in the 16th century, when a Spanish scholar named Lenuel de Torres (1550-1624) gained recognition for his work in theology and philosophy. He was born in Seville and spent much of his life in Spain, contributing to the intellectual discourse of his time.
In the 18th century, a French painter named Lenuel Edouard Rioult (1717-1801) achieved notable success for his portraiture and historical paintings. He was born in Normandy and spent a significant portion of his career in Paris, where he gained recognition from the French Academy.
Another prominent figure with the name Lenuel was an American politician and lawyer, Lenuel Leckrone (1828-1892), who served as a judge in Ohio during the latter half of the 19th century. He was involved in several high-profile cases and played a role in shaping legal precedents in the state.
In the field of literature, Lenuel Garnet Philips (1915-1998) was a notable Caribbean novelist and playwright from Guyana. His works explored themes of identity, race, and colonialism, and he was recognized for his contributions to the literary landscape of the region.
Lastly, Lenuel Mendoza (1941-2005) was a Mexican engineer and entrepreneur who made significant contributions to the development of sustainable energy technologies. He was a pioneer in the field of solar power and worked tirelessly to promote renewable energy solutions throughout his career.
While the name Lenuel has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, these individuals have left their mark across various disciplines, showcasing the diversity and impact of those who have borne this unique name.
People
Lenuel + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lenuel as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lenuel: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lenuel?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lenuel going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Lenuel a common name?
We classify Lenuel as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lenuel most popular?
The single biggest year for Lenuel was 1936, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lenuel is about 61 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lenuel in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lenuel a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lenuel in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Lenuel still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lenuel in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lenuel can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Lenuel?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Lenuel on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.