Lennox is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #287 in 2025 with 158 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 170 births ranking #273. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,875.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 1,721 boys born was named Lennox. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Lennox is a Scottish surname-style name with a sleek, modern edge. It is often linked with an old place-name meaning like "elm grove", though contemporary sound is a big part of its appeal.
The name moved from a Scottish regional and family-name background into modern first-name use. Its rise reflects current taste for polished names that sound both strong and slightly unconventional.