Lionel
Meaning
Little Lion
Origin
French
Pronunciation
/laɪˈoʊnl/
Traits associated with the name Lionel:
Dogs named Lionel tend to be loving, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Lionel?
That you have a creative and unique sense of humor, and that you likely have a strong connection to your pet.
Is Lionel a good dog name?
Lionel has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Lionel 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
Lionel is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Lionel was, in the past month, the 3959th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Lionel is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Lionel was viewed 18 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Lionel's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Lionel is most adored in District of Columbia, North Carolina and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Michigan, Arizona and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lionel.
Most popular breeds named Lionel:
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Cocker Spaniel
- German Shepherd
- Pug
- Labrador Retriever
Lionel is found in these categories:
hipster
Unconventional, nods to vintage charm and Lionel Richie's timeless cool.
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