Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Lemuel
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1921
Peak births
147
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19212025
Quick answers about Lemuel
How many people are named Lemuel?
An estimated 5,234 living Americans are named Lemuel.
How rare is Lemuel?
Lemuel is uncommon among babies today, with 74 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 49.7% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Lemuel?
The median age of a living American named Lemuel is approximately 47 years, with most bearers falling between 23 and 66 years old.
Is Lemuel still popular?
Yes. Lemuel is holding steady, with 74 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
49.7%
2025
74
All-time
9,965