Lynn

Pronunciation: [ l-IHN ]

Boy Name #5,977 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Lynn is a boy name, recorded for 15 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-IHN.

Parents who love the name Lynn often also consider Lydia, Lyda, Lynn .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #5,977
Total SSA Count: 15

Alternative Spellings

Lyndon #1752 Lynx #2264 Lynnox #3668

Also a Girl Name

Lynn is also used as a girl name, ranked #2795.

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Similar Names

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lynn

Is Lynn a boy or girl name?

Lynn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5977. As a girl name, it is ranked #2795. Lynn is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Lynn?

Lynn is pronounced l-IHN.

How popular is the name Lynn?

Lynn is currently ranked #5977 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Lynn a common or rare name?

Lynn is an uncommon name, ranked #5977 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Lynn

Lynn is a boy name .

Is Lynn a boy or girl name? Lynn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,977 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,795. Lynn is more commonly used as a girl name.

Lynn is currently ranked #5,977 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Lynn include Lyndon, Lynx, Lynnox . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.