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Origin, Meaning And History of Lynn
Lynn is a name that has a Welsh origin. The name Lynn is derived from the Welsh or Celtic word for ‘lake,’ ‘pool,’ ‘pond,’ or ‘waterfall.’ The name is also thought to be a diminutive of the Spanish name Linda, which translates into ‘pretty.’ Earlier, the name was popularly used as a middle name in several English-speaking countries. Later on, in the 20th century, this name became popular as a first name. This is predominantly feminine but can also be used to name a boy, making it a general-neutral name.
The name Lynn was commonly used as a suffix to other names such as Katelynn and Evelynn. It was also used as a pet name for names including Linette and Lynnette. Lynn first became popular in England and then spread to Europe and the United States of America along with the British settlers.
Many variations of the name Lynn exist depending on the geographical location and the language spoken in that area. Variations of the name Lynn include Linda in Czech, Linda in Danish, Linza in Germanic, Linn in Norwegian, and Linn in Swedish. The name Lynn can have several pet names, such as Linny, Lye, and LyLy. Lynn is a timeless gender-neutral name that is still popular today.
In the world of fictional characters, a memorable character is Lynne, a survey Corps member in the popular Anime series Attack on Titan. The series follows the lives of two young children forced to take up arms to protect their homeland and way of life. The series is based in a fictional land where the local inhabitant is plagued by giants that do not allow them to live in peace. They are protected by walls and have lived their whole lives within these walls. And Lynn Loud Junior, one of the main characters of the series, The Loud House, which showcases the chaotic life of a boy named Lincoln Loud.
How To Pronounce Lynn?
Famous People With The Name Lynn
- Lynn AhrensAmerican singer-songwriter who performed on Broadway and won the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for her performance
- Lynn AndersonAmerican country singer and Grammy winner for the Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 1970
- Lynn Alice JenningsAmerican long-distance runner and winner of the bronze medal in the women’s 10,000 meters at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics
- Lynn MartinAmerican banker and President of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
- Lynn Marie VidaliAmerican professional swimmer and United States representative in the 1968 and 1972 Summer Olympics where she won a silver and bronze medal respectively
Lynn On The Popularity Chart
According to the US Social Security Administration chart, Lynn was popular in the 1980s and 1990s, with its highest popularity in 1980. After that, it saw a fluctuating decrease.
Popularity Over Time
This name was popular in 1980, with around 1,015 babies per million named Lynn. Check out the Graphical representation for detailed insights.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The ranking of the name Lynn was extremely high in the 1980s but saw a substantial decrease in the following years. The ranking of the name Lynn saw its all-time high of 253rd in 1980.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound to Lynn
Here are popular baby names that resemble the sound of Lynn but have different meanings.
Names With Similar Meaning as Lynn
Look no further if you are looking for baby names that translate into ‘lake’ or ‘pond.’ Here are some worthwhile names to consider.
Name Numerology For Lynn
