Lynn
girl name#2542 in 2025Lynn entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #58 in 1956, ranks #2542 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2542
rank today
#58
peak (1956)
69
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #997 |
| 1890s | #1212 |
| 1900s | #1136 |
| 1910s | #907 |
| 1920s | #785 |
| 1930s | #355 |
| 1940s | #119 |
| 1950s | #65 |
| 1960s | #78 |
| 1970s | #178 |
| 1980s | #372 |
| 1990s | #873 |
| 2000s | #1570 |
| 2010s | #2091 |
| 2020s | #2721 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lynn has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 150,000 people named Lynn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lynn alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lynn in 2025?
- Lynn ranks #2542 among US girl names in 2025, with 69 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lynn most popular?
- Lynn peaked in 1956, reaching #58 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lynn with classmates?
- Lynn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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