Lemuel

Fact sheet

Name: Lemuel
Gender: Boy name
Syllables: 2

The name Lemuel (לְמוּאֵל) is a male first name that has its origins in the Old Testament. The Hebrew meaning can be interpreted as "the one who belongs to God" or also as "the God-fearing" and "the God-connected."

What does the name Lemuel mean?

Lemuel (לְמוּאֵל) is a male first name that originates from the Old Testament. Its Hebrew meaning can be translated as "the one who belongs to God" or freely as "the God-fearing" and "the God-connected." The origin of the name is based on two ancient Hebrew components: lemo (לְמוֹ), meaning "for" or "to," and 'el (אֵל), meaning "God." The Dutch variant of the name is Lemuël.

Where does the name Lemuel come from?

The name Lemuel has ancient Hebrew origins and means "the one who belongs to God."

How do you pronounce Lemuel?

The sound and pronunciation of Lemuel: The name is perceived as three syllables and soft. It is pronounced as "Le-mu-el" [ˈleːmuɛl], combining a long E sound with a darker U in the middle syllable. The final L provides a gentle sound conclusion. Lemuel has a melodic and dignified aura – calm, present, and sonically harmonious.

Popularity

In Germany, Lemuel is among the common first names. The name currently ranks 2,655th among the most popular male baby names. Its best ranking was in 2018 when it reached 1,533rd place. Over the last ten years, Lemuel has been given as a first name about 90 times, placing it 2,536th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,803rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Lem / Lemi / Lemmie / Lemmy / Limi

Famous people

Clarence Lemuel Elisha Moore (American mathematician)
Lemuel Abbott (poet from Great Britain)
Lemuel Chenoweth (architect from the USA)
Lemuel Dole Nelme (British linguist)
Lemuel Fowler (American jazz musician)
Lemuel Francis Abbott (* 1760/1761, English portrait painter)
Lemuel Guilliver (Gulliver's Travels) (captain)
Lemuel Hawkins (baseball player from Georgia)
Lemuel Jeanpierre (American football player from America)
Lemuel Roberts (historian from America)
Lemuel Smith (Australian cricketer)
Lemuel Steeples (American boxer)
Lemuel Stinson (football player from the USA)
Leo Lemuel White (New Zealand photographer)
William Lemuel Boyd (American actor)

Frequently asked questions about the name Lemuel

What is the origin of the name Lemuel?

The name Lemuel has ancient Hebrew roots and is composed of the components 'lemo' (for, to) and 'el' (God).

What does the first name Lemuel mean?

Lemuel means 'the one who belongs to God' and can also be interpreted as 'the God-fearing' or 'the God-connected.'

How popular is the name Lemuel?

The popularity of the name Lemuel varies by region and culture, but it is well-known in some countries, particularly in biblical contexts.