Flynn vs Pierce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Flynn

Boy #738 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Flynn Rank #738
Pierce Rank #541

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 vs #738 for Flynn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flynn or Pierce more popular?

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 compared to Flynn at #738 in the United States.

What do Flynn and Pierce mean?

Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Flynn and Pierce boy or girl names?

Flynn is primarily a boy name. Pierce is primarily a boy name.

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