Lynne Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLIN / lɪnEnglish; Welsh
Meaning
English: lake; Welsh: a form of the name Lynn
Historical & Cultural Background
Lynne is derived from the Welsh name 'Llyn', meaning 'lake'. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 20th century. The name is often associated with nature and tranquility due to its meaning. It has also been used as a surname.
Trend Summary
Lynne has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lynn
- Lin
International Variants
- Lyn (English)
- Lynn (English)
Famous people named Lynne
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lynne was first seen in the United States in 1912. Lynne has ranked as high as #869 nationally, which occurred in 1941, and has been most popular in California, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Lynne has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lynne (1942)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 21 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 20 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 8 |