US Popularity:4739
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Welsh, French
Meaning:Lake, waterfall, pool below a waterfall
Lynn is a gender-neutral name of English, Welsh, and French origin. It means "lake," "waterfall," or "pool below a waterfall," making it an attractive choice for nature-loving parents. If your residence is beside the water, a name like Lynn can encourage baby to celebrate where they come from. With variants including Lynne, Lynette, and Lyndon, this versatile name makes an excellent choice for your little droplet.
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How Popular Is The Name Lynn?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Lynn is currently #927 on The Bump
Boy:Lynn is currently #517 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Lynn is currently #677 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Lynn is currently #4739 in U.S. births
Boy:Lynn is currently #6359 in U.S. births
Girl:Lynn is currently #3196 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#3196
in 2023
- 140
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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