US Popularity:4693
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Devoted to God
Lemuel is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin. This biblical title means “devoted to God” and is found in the Old Testament and the Book of Mormon. Lemuel appears in the Bible as a king and is also recognized as the narrator of Jonathan Swift’s novel Gulliver’s Travels. In the four-part work, Lemuel is a surgeon and sea captain who travels to faraway lands, much like your little adventurer. Lemuel is a cool and easy-going name, as well as a perfect alternative to the oft-seen Samuel.

How Popular Is The Name Lemuel?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Lemuel is currently #2043 on The Bump
Boy:Lemuel is currently #1152 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Lemuel is currently #4693 in U.S. births
Boy:Lemuel is currently #2177 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2177
in 2023
- 108
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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