Lincoln vs London

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,208 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great river, wide flowing water"

Origin: Celtic/Latin

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Lincoln Rank #73

London Rank #1,208

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 vs #1208 for London.

Is Lincoln or London more popular?

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 compared to London at #1208 in the United States.

What do Lincoln and London mean?

Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin). London means "great river, wide flowing water" (Celtic/Latin origin).

Are Lincoln and London boy or girl names?

Lincoln is primarily a boy name. London is primarily a boy name.