What does the name Lynn mean?

The name Lynn means "Of the lake".

What is the origin of the name Lynn?

Lynn is a name of Welsh origin.

In 2023, 60 babies were named Lynn in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Lynn is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 60 ↘

All-Time Total: 182,134

Peak Year: 1956

Lynn is of English origin and is derived from the Welsh word "llyn," meaning lake or waterfall.

Girl names closely related to Lynn

Celine Leanne Kristine Aura Selina Naya Joanne Rianna

Boy names closely related to Lynn

Gio Elon Ajay Laurence Armand Nick Robin Allan

Names with similar meaning to Lynn

Jailyn Jalyn Jalynn Lyn Lynette Lynne Lynnette

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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