Glyn
Pronunciation: [ gl-IHN ]
Glyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,475 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Glyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 31 babies have been named Glyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Glyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,475 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,475
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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Glyn is also used as a boy name, ranked #37948.
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About the Name Glyn
Glyn is a girl name .
Is Glyn a boy or girl name? Glyn is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #13,475 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #37,948. Glyn is more commonly used as a girl name.
Glyn is currently ranked #13,475 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis