US Popularity:14513
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Like a lion; Famous warrior
Lew is a trendy boy's name with Welsh roots. It's from the Lewis family, a strong and long-standing name meaning "like a lion" or "famous warrior." No doubt such steely interpretations point to baby's bravery and resilience, two traits you'll wish to instill in your little cub. Lew has a playful ring to it and an endearing quality that is bound to make your bundle of joy all the more loved wherever he goes! From Lewis Hamilton followers to literary fans of CS Lewis (whose most famous books included a lion in the title, as it happens!) will delight in this shortened version.

Famous People Named Lew

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  • Lew Hoad
    Tennis Player

Lew Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Lew is currently #14513 in U.S. births
Boy:Lew is currently #5704 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#14513
in 2023
+ 11398
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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