Lenney

The surname Lenney is of English origin, derived from the personal name Leonardo, a variant of the name Leonard. The name Leonard itself comes from the Old High German name 'Leonhard', with 'leon' meaning lion and 'hard' meaning brave or hardy.

The Lenney surname is relatively uncommon and is predominantly found in certain regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in England. The earliest recorded instances of the Lenney surname date back to the late 19th century, primarily in census records and parish registers.

Individuals bearing the surname Lenney can be found across a variety of professions and walks of life, with no specific trend or association. Over time, variations in spelling such as Lenny or Lennie have emerged, reflecting the fluid nature of surname evolution.

Despite its limited presence in historical records, the Lenney surname holds significance for those who bear it, representing a unique branch of British heritage and genealogy.

There are approximately 175 people named Lenney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Lenney.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • Craig
  • David
  • Glyn
  • John
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Shane
  • William

Female

  • Ann
  • Bethan
  • Catherine
  • Kathleen
  • Mavis
  • Paula
  • Rebecca
  • Sharon
  • Violet
  • Yvonne

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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