Lemon
Pronunciation: [ l-EHM-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Lemon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 183 babies have been named Lemon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lemon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,663 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,663
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Also a Girl Name
Lemon is also used as a girl name, ranked #4769.
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Medieval English tradition origin
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Old Norse origin
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lemon
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About the Name Lemon
Lemon is a boy name .
Is Lemon a boy or girl name? Lemon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #34,663 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #4,769. Lemon is more commonly used as a girl name.
Lemon is currently ranked #34,663 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lemon include Lem, Ley, Leie, and Lemkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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