Lynn
Lynn: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /lɪn/
Meaning and origin of Lynn
- A male given name transferred from the surname, usually used as a middle name.
- A female given name transferred from the surname, popular as a middle name.
- A female given name, variant of Lyn, popular as a middle name.
How popular is Lynn?
Since 1880, 182,387 girls and 52,391 boys in the U.S. have been named Lynn (78% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #58 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #141 in 1941. In 2025, 84 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Lynn
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Sibling name ideas for Lynn
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Lynn FAQ
What does the name Lynn mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, usually used as a middle name. A female given name transferred from the surname, popular as a middle name. A female given name, variant of Lyn, popular as a middle name.
What is the origin of the name Lynn?
Lynn is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Lynn?
Since 1880, 182,387 girls and 52,391 boys in the U.S. have been named Lynn (78% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #58 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #141 in 1941. In 2025, 84 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lynn a boy or girl name?
Lynn is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (182,387 girls and 52,391 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.