Lenny
Meaning
Brave As A Lion
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛni/
Traits associated with the name Lenny:
Dogs named Lenny tend to be loving, good-natured, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Lenny?
Naming your dog Lenny suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun. It also suggests that you are a loyal and loving pet owner who is willing to give your pet a unique and memorable name.
Is Lenny a good dog name?
Lenny has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Lenny isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Lenny is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Lenny was, in the past month, the 1337th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Lenny is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Lenny was viewed 57 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Lenny's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Lenny is most adored in South Dakota, New Mexico and Oklahoma.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, West Virginia and Maryland.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lenny.
Most popular breeds named Lenny:
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- Dachshund
- German Shepherd
- Jack Russell Terrier
Famous dogs named Lenny:
A dog named Lenny played a role in the movie Lenny the Wonder Dog.
Lenny is found in these categories:
cute
Evokes images of cuddly, lovable characters like Lenny from "Shark Tale".
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