Lynda
Lynda: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Lynda
- A female given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Linda.
How popular is Lynda?
Since 1880, 77,979 girls and 119 boys in the U.S. have been named Lynda (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #77 in 1947. Its highest rank for boys was #2337 in 1945. In 2025, 30 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Lynda
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Sibling name ideas for Lynda
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Lynda FAQ
What does the name Lynda mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Linda.
What is the origin of the name Lynda?
Lynda is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Lynda?
Since 1880, 77,979 girls and 119 boys in the U.S. have been named Lynda (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #77 in 1947. Its highest rank for boys was #2337 in 1945. In 2025, 30 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lynda a boy or girl name?
Lynda is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 77,979 girls and 119 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.