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Glynn

Pronunciation: [ gl-IHN ]

Boy Name #27,264 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Glynn is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced gl-IHN.

Parents who love the name Glynn often also consider Farrell, Precise, Chianti .

Popularity Over Time

#27,264
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#27,264
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Gly Glyie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Glynn

Is Glynn a boy or girl name?
Glynn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #27264. As a girl name, it is ranked #24217. Glynn is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Glynn?
Glynn is pronounced gl-IHN.
How popular is the name Glynn?
Glynn is currently ranked #27264 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Glynn?
Common nicknames for Glynn include Gly and Glyie.
Is Glynn a common or rare name?
Glynn is an uncommon name, ranked #27264 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Glynn

Glynn is a boy name .

Is Glynn a boy or girl name? Glynn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #27,264 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #24,217. Glynn is more commonly used as a girl name.

Glynn is currently ranked #27,264 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Glynn include Gly and Glyie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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