Linnart

Linnart is a masculine first name with Old High German origins and is regarded as a variant of the more well-known Lennart.

What does the name Linnart mean?

The name Linnart, a masculine designation of Old High German origin, is a variation of the name Lennart or the original Leonhard. The meaning of the name is 'the strong lion'. In the 6th century, the first name gained popularity through Saint Leonhard, a Frankish hermit.

Where does the name Linnart come from?

The name Linnart originates from Old High German and carries the meaning 'the strong lion'. The word parts consist of lewo, which means 'the lion', and harti, which means 'strong, hard, firm, determined'. The language is German.

How do you pronounce Linnart?

The pronunciation of Linnart occurs in two syllables: 'Lin-nart' [ˈlɪnaʁt]. The short I sound is compact and concise, while the double -nn- densifies the syllable center. The second syllable with the dark A sound and the emphasized -t provides a clear conclusion. Linnart sounds Nordic and structured – down-to-earth, self-assured, and with quiet strength.

When is the name day of Linnart?

The name day of Linnart is celebrated on November 6.

Popularity

In Germany, Linnart is a rather rare first name. In 2017, it ranked 3,867th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2007 at 1,124th. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,284th.

Famous people

• Linnart Mäll (Estonian historian)