Glyn
girl nameGlyn entered the US charts in 1925, peaked at #2940 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1925–2025
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rank today
#2940
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4639 |
| 1930s | #3420 |
| 1940s | #4059 |
| 1950s | #5625 |
| 1960s | #4546 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Glyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Glyn alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Glyn in 2025?
- Glyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Glyn most popular?
- Glyn peaked in 1937, reaching #2940 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Glyn with classmates?
- Glyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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