Longfellow - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Longfellow \l(o)-ng-fellow, longf(el)-low\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "tall one". Used as homage to poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, whose skill and romantic portrayal of early American history made him a much-loved American poet in the 19th century.

Longfellow is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Longfellow. Click here to compare Longfellow with related baby names.