Holding steady.
Popularity of Linard since 1913
Babies named Linard per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 35 |
| 1920s | 66 |
| 1930s | 66 |
| 1940s | 23 |
| 1950s | 19 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Linard is a rare masculine name that first appeared in United States records in 1913. It reached its highest point of usage in 1919, but even then it never ranked among the top names. The name has remained stable at a very low level of use, with a recorded instance in 2025. While its exact origin is unclear, Linard is most often considered a variant of Leonard, meaning 'brave lion'. This etymology connects it to a long tradition of lion-themed names in Germanic cultures. The name's rarity gives it a distinctive appeal for those seeking an uncommon name with a familiar sound. Its spelling may also be influenced by surnames or place names.
Linard is likely a variant of Leonard, which derives from the Old High German elements 'levon' (lion) and 'hart' (hardy, brave). Leonard was introduced to England by the Normans and became common in the medieval period. Linard as a distinct form appears sporadically in records, probably as a dialectal or spelling variant, but it never attained widespread use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lin, Len, Lenny
Sibling names for Linard
Names that share Linard's style, for a brother or sister.
