Lynn
Lynn is of Welsh origin, derived from the word 'llyn' meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' It can also be traced to Old English roots meaning 'linden tree,' symbolizing grace and natural beauty.
Current Popularity
#2558 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce
- •Often used as both a first name and middle name
- •Can be spelled multiple ways (Lynn, Lynne, Lyn)
- •Peak popularity was in the 1950s-60s but remains a timeless choice
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Statistics
182,387
Total births since 1880
1956
Peak year
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