Len

German

"brave lion"

Len Origin and Meaning

The name Len is a boy's name of German origin.

Len is a concise masculine name that typically functions as a shortened form of longer names such as Leonard, Lennox, or Lennon. Derived from Germanic roots, Leonard means 'brave lion,' lending Len associations with courage and strength. This crisp, single-syllable name embodies minimalist appeal while carrying the weight of its traditional origins. Len enjoyed modest popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century but has become less common in recent decades. The name's brevity gives it a straightforward, unpretentious quality appreciated in contemporary naming trends. Len balances an approachable informality with a classic sensibility, making it appealing for parents seeking a short but substantial name with traditional roots.

Len Rank in US Top 1000

# 962 in the US

Popularity of the name Len

• 148 Germany 2016

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Famous People Named Len

• Leonard Gordon "Len" Goodman English ballroom dancer and dancing judge
• Leonard Joseph "Len" Cariou Canadian actor
• Leonard "Len" Hutton English cricketer
• Sidney John Vivian Leonard "Len" Evans Welsh footballer
• Len Carlson Canadian voice actor

The name Len in Pop Culture

• Leonard "Len" Reynolds character on British soap "Emmerdale"
• Len Kagamine a vocaloid, fraternal twin brother of Rin Kagamine
• Len character in the Kamen Rider Dragon Knight series
• Len Canadian alt,rock band