Lynda
boy nameLynda entered the US charts in 1941, peaked at #2242 in 1945, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1941–2025
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rank today
#2242
peak (1945)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2693 |
| 1950s | #3218 |
| 1960s | #3861 |
| 1970s | #3694 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lynda are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lynda alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lynda in 2025?
- Lynda is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lynda most popular?
- Lynda peaked in 1945, reaching #2242 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lynda with classmates?
- Lynda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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