Lonard
Lonard is a masculine name derived from the French lonart, meaning "brave as a lion".
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Lonard. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lonard today is around 68 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lonard births was 1959 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lonard. 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
- • The typical person named Lonard is about 68 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Lonards were born before 1968.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lonard. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1959
5 babies that year
Average age
68
years old
1959 SSA rank
#4,335
Tracked since 1959
Popularity
Lonard: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Lonard 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 Lonard during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Lonard
The name Lonard is believed to have its origins in the Germanic language, where it was derived from the elements "leun" meaning "lion" and "hard" meaning "brave" or "hardy". This combination suggests the name may have been given to those who were considered courageous and strong, like a lion.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lonard can be found in the 6th century AD, when it was mentioned in the Frankish Chronicles, referring to a warrior named Lonard who fought alongside Clovis I, the first king of the Franks. This suggests the name was already in use among the Germanic tribes during that time period.
In the Middle Ages, the name Lonard gained popularity in Europe, particularly in regions with Germanic influences, such as Germany, France, and England. It was often associated with the monastic orders, as several notable monks and abbots bore this name.
One of the most famous historical figures named Lonard was Lonard of Noblac, a 6th-century French saint and hermit who is venerated in the Catholic Church. He is known for his piety and charitable works, and his feast day is celebrated on November 6th.
Another notable Lonard was Lonard of Pisa, an Italian mathematician and philosopher who lived in the 13th century. He is credited with introducing the use of Hindu-Arabic numerals and the decimal system to Europe, which revolutionized mathematical calculations.
In the 16th century, Lonard Euler, a Swiss mathematician and physicist, made significant contributions to various fields, including calculus, mechanics, and optics. He is considered one of the greatest mathematicians of all time and is renowned for his prolific work, which includes numerous groundbreaking discoveries.
During the Renaissance period, Lonard da Vinci, the renowned Italian polymath, artist, and inventor, left an indelible mark on the world with his exceptional talents and innovations. His masterpieces, such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, have become iconic representations of the Renaissance era.
In the realm of literature, Lonard Woolf, an English writer and publisher, was a prominent figure in the early 20th century. He co-founded the Hogarth Press with his wife, Virginia Woolf, and played a significant role in promoting modernist literature.
People
Lonard + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lonard 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
Lonard: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lonard?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lonard 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 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Lonard a common name?
We classify Lonard as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lonard most popular?
The single biggest year for Lonard was 1959, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lonard is about 68 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 Lonard in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lonard a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lonard 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 Lonard still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lonard 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 Lonard 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 common is the name Lonard?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.