Linnie Unisex

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationLIN-ee / ˈlɪni

English; Scottish

Meaning

English: Diminutive of Lynn; Scottish: Lake or waterfall

Historical & Cultural Background

Linnie is often considered a diminutive form of names like Lynn or Linda. It has been used in various English-speaking regions, particularly in Scotland. The name is associated with natural features such as lakes and waterfalls, reflecting a connection to nature.

Similar Names

LennyLorenLanceLorenzo

Variants

  • Lynnie

International Variants

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Famous people named Linnie

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Fictional characters named Linnie

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Sibling Suggestions

LiamLucaLeoLandonLyle

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Linnie was first seen in the United States in 1890. Linnie has ranked as high as #1124 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in North Carolina, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Linnie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Linnie (1930)

StateBirthsShare
NC 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18905
18996
19007
19015
19027
19035
190810
19096
19108
19125
19148
19157
191610
191711
19188
191911
192012
192111
192210
192311
19247
192517
19266
192712
192812
192913
193012
193114
19329
19339
19348
19356
19368
193710
19385
19398
19409
194112
194211
194316
194412
194510
194610
194714
194815
194916
195010
195110
195211
195311
195414
195510
19579
195815
195911
196014
196119
196212
19638
196410
196510
19668
19678
19686
19697
19707
19718
19728
19758
19767
19777
19795
19815
19875
19895