Lynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lynn has Welsh and English origins, meaning 'lake' or 'pool'. It evolved from the Welsh word 'llyn' and has been used as a given name since the Middle English period. Its traits are often linked to nature, and it has no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently viewed as a classic name.
The name Lynn is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, Lynn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 288th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 180th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 468th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1134th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3441st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5562nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 868th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 220th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 71st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 130th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 490th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1536th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2360th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lynn"
Pronunciation
/lɪn/
Origin
Welsh and English
Etymology
The name Lynn is derived from the Welsh word 'llyn', which means 'lake' or 'pool'. It is often used as a feminine given name and can also refer to places named Lynn.
Meaning
lake, pool
Language Evolution
Llyn (Welsh), Lynn (Middle English), Lynn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Lynn gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It became more common as a feminine name during the mid-1900s.
Variants & Derivatives
Lyn, Lynne, Linna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lynn is perceived as a classic and timeless name. It is often associated with nature and tranquility due to its meaning related to water.
Famous People
Lynn Redgrave, Lynn Anderson, Lynn Chen
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lynn"
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 "Lynn"
"Lynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 288th of 7545 | 5,972 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 180th of 6773 | 14,660 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 201st of 7552 | 24,284 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 468th of 10718 | 4,818 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1134th of 16616 | 1,336 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3441st of 24088 | 449 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5562nd of 23106 | 195 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 868th of 9107 | 1,226 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 220th of 9204 | 15,234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 71st of 12526 | 115,423 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 130th of 19264 | 39,547 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 490th of 27321 | 7,729 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1536th of 35406 | 2,162 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2360th of 30306 | 926 |
Regional Popularity of "Lynn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
15.32% 217th/1416 |
24.73% 341st/1379 |
14.88% 352nd/2366 |
15.85% 181st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
9.90% 153rd/1546 |
12.60% 196th/1556 |
10.45% 246th/2353 |
8.02% 124th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
7.27% 162nd/2227 |
9.92% 241st/2430 |
8.10% 231st/2853 |
6.20% 172nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
13.18% 387th/2937 |
15.16% 528th/3483 |
13.33% 469th/3518 |
12.36% 500th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.95% 1251st/3685 |
29.09% 1302nd/4475 |
22.49% 1168th/5194 |
27.94% 1765th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.73% 2737th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
50.91% 3723rd/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Lynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
62.15% 880th/1416 |
44.02% 607th/1379 |
52.24% 1236th/2366 |
56.30% 643rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
11.45% 177th/1546 |
10.28% 160th/1556 |
14.92% 351st/2353 |
10.15% 157th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
2.51% 56th/2227 |
1.98% 48th/2430 |
4.49% 128th/2853 |
2.67% 74th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
3.85% 113th/2937 |
2.44% 85th/3483 |
6.82% 240th/3518 |
4.77% 193rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
9.50% 350th/3685 |
7.82% 350th/4475 |
13.42% 697th/5194 |
10.10% 638th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.53% 1582nd/4582 |
23.59% 1218th/5164 |
25.24% 1846th/7313 |
20.46% 1527th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.86% 2624th/3984 |
50.12% 2249th/4487 |
40.09% 2735th/6822 |
32.27% 2025th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lynn" 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.