Flynn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationFLIN / /flɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: descendant of the red-haired one; English: son of the red-haired one
Historical & Cultural Background
Flynn is derived from the Irish surname O'Floinn, which means 'descendant of Flann', a personal name meaning 'red' or 'ruddy'. The name has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 20th century. It gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, partly due to cultural influences from film and literature.
Trend Summary
Flynn has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Flinn
- Flynne
International Variants
- Fionn (Irish)
- Flin (Welsh)
Famous people named Flynn
Flynn McGarry is a notable American chef and restaurateur recognized for his innovative culinary skills.
Flynn Rider is a character from Disney's animated film 'Tangled', known for his charming personality.
Flynn Adams is a fictional character in the 'Flynn' series of novels, known for his adventurous spirit.
Fictional characters named Flynn
Flynn Rider is a character in Disney's 'Tangled', known for his role as a charming thief.
Flynn the Human is a character from the animated series 'Adventure Time', recognized for his adventurous nature.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Flynn was first seen in the United States in 1913. Flynn has ranked as high as #951 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Flynn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Flynn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 30 | |
| PA | 24 | |
| NY | 21 | |
| FL | 20 | |
| WI | 14 | |
| IN | 13 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| MI | 12 | |
| NC | 11 | |
| WA | 10 | |
| TX | 10 | |
| UT | 10 | |
| MA | 9 | |
| MO | 9 | |
| IL | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 23 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 71 |
| 2005 | 66 |
| 2006 | 61 |
| 2007 | 64 |
| 2008 | 78 |
| 2009 | 81 |
| 2010 | 81 |
| 2011 | 212 |
| 2012 | 339 |
| 2013 | 362 |
| 2014 | 391 |
| 2015 | 362 |
| 2016 | 375 |
| 2017 | 311 |
| 2018 | 295 |
| 2019 | 342 |
| 2020 | 398 |
| 2021 | 418 |
| 2022 | 369 |
| 2023 | 323 |
| 2024 | 351 |