Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Linkoln originates from Old English, meaning 'town by the pool'. It has evolved through various historical forms, reflecting its roots. The name conveys traits of strength and leadership. While it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 19th century, largely influenced by President Abraham Lincoln, and remains a well-regarded name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪŋkən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Linkoln is derived from the Old English 'Lindcoln', which combines 'lind' (meaning 'lime tree') and 'coln' (meaning 'river or pool').
Meaning
town by the pool
Language Evolution
Lindcoln, Lincoll, Lincoln
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, due to the prominence of President Abraham Lincoln.
Variants & Derivatives
Lincoln, Link, Linc
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Linkoln is often associated with strength and leadership, primarily due to its historical ties.
Famous People
Abraham Lincoln, Lincoln Burrows
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 65 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8138th of 24088 | 125 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3051st of 23106 | 465 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.73% 2340th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
57.64% 3932nd/6822 |
52.84% 3316th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8138th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3051st out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.