Lynard
Germanic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Lynard
Lynard is a variant of Leonard, derived from the Germanic elements "leon" (lion) and "hard" (brave/strong), meaning "brave lion" or "lion-hearted." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and has Germanic roots, with historical prominence through figures like Leonardo da Vinci and various European royalty bearing the Leonard form.
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Etymology
Lynard is a variant of Leonard, derived from the Germanic elements "leon" (lion) and "hard" (brave/strong), meaning "brave lion" or "lion-hearted." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and has Germanic roots, with historical prominence through figures like Leonardo da Vinci and various European royalty bearing the Leonard form.
Lynard currently ranks #10,200 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1983.
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