Linnie
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
8,695 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1921 Peak Popularity Year
191 Peak Births

Linnie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Linnie is an English name derived as a diminutive from names like Linda or Lynne, meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful'. It evolved through forms such as Linda and Lynne, gaining popularity in the 20th century. The name conveys traits of charm and warmth, with no biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Linnie"

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Pronunciation

/ˈlɪni/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

Linnie is derived as a diminutive of names such as Linda or Lynne, which are of uncertain origin but are often associated with the Spanish word 'linda' meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful'.

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Meaning

pretty, beautiful

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Language Evolution

Linda, Lynne, Linnie

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Historical Usage

Linnie gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine given name, often used as a nickname or affectionate form of longer names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Linda, Lynne, Linnie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Linnie is perceived as a charming and endearing name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.

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Famous People

Linnie M. McAdoo, American artist, Linnie Marsh Wolfe, American author and historian

📊 Linnie Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Linnie Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 191 peak births in 1921

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Linnie"

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 of "Linnie"

"Linnie" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 2386th of 7545 187
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 2385th of 6773 184
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2396th of 7552 219
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 4387th of 10718 89
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 12845th of 16616 15
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 497th of 9107 3,387
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 771st of 9204 1,587
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1513th of 12526 896
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 4194th of 19264 226
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 11577th of 27321 73
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 21694th of 35406 32
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 11212th of 30306 98

Regional Popularity of "Linnie" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 96.75%
2289th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 95.07%
2237th/2353
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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)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Linnie" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
61.44%
870th/1416
85.64%
1181st/1379
14.84%
351st/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
84.73%
1310th/1546
- 21.16%
498th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 38.49%
1098th/2853
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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 of "Linnie"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Linnie" 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 of "Linnie" in the United States

The name Linnie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Linnie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Linnie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2386th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2385th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2396th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4387th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12845th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 497th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 771st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1513th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4194th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11577th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21694th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11212th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Linnie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Linnie name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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