Lynell
Lynell is a boy baby name. Ranked #34,051 in the US, popular nicknames include Lyn, Lyy, and Lynie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lynell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 729 babies have been named Lynell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lynell is past its peak , currently ranked #34,051 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,051
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Lynell is also used as a girl name, ranked #38250.
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About the Name Lynell
Lynell is a boy name .
Is Lynell a boy or girl name? Lynell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #34,051 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #38,250. Lynell is more commonly used as a boy name.
Lynell is currently ranked #34,051 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lynell include Lyn, Lyy, Lynie, and Lyneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis