Lemuel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Devoted to God, a wise king's name spoken with maternal love.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #2161
- Peak
- #195 in 1881
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Lemuel Means
Lemuel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Devoted to God, a wise king's name spoken with maternal love.
How Popular Lemuel Is
Lemuel currently ranks #2161 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #195 in 1881. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Lemuel
- Lemuel peaked at #195 in the U.S. in 1881.
- Lemuel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Lemuel is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
Names Like Lemuel
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Lemuel
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Lemuel.
Questions About Lemuel
What does Lemuel mean?
Lemuel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Devoted to God, a wise king's name spoken with maternal love.
How popular is Lemuel?
Lemuel currently ranks #2161 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #195 in 1881. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Lemuel come from?
Lemuel comes from Hebrew roots. Lemuel peaked at #195 in the U.S. in 1881.
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