Holding steady.
Popularity of Limuel since 1913
Babies named Limuel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 25 |
| 1920s | 46 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 15 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 8 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Limuel is a rare and distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1913. It saw its highest usage in 1919, during a brief period of modest popularity in the 1910s. The name has remained stable but uncommon ever since, with no recorded instances in recent years suggesting a revival. Its connection to the biblical Lemuel gives it a traditional, albeit obscure, religious heritage, making it a choice for parents seeking a name with historical depth without widespread familiarity.
Limuel is likely a variant of Lemuel, a name that appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of a king mentioned in the Book of Proverbs. The name Lemuel is often interpreted as meaning 'devoted to God' or 'belonging to God.' Limuel may have arisen as an alternative spelling or pronunciation, though it lacks biblical attestation. The name saw modest use in the United States in the early 20th century, particularly in the 1910s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lem, Lee
Sibling names for Limuel
Names that share Limuel's style, for a brother or sister.
