Lynn
boy name#5861 in 2025Lynn entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #141 in 1941, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5861
rank today
#141
peak (1941)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #335 |
| 1890s | #304 |
| 1900s | #325 |
| 1910s | #293 |
| 1920s | #279 |
| 1930s | #215 |
| 1940s | #152 |
| 1950s | #194 |
| 1960s | #315 |
| 1970s | #562 |
| 1980s | #896 |
| 1990s | #1892 |
| 2000s | #3852 |
| 2010s | #5037 |
| 2020s | #5908 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lynn has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 27,500 people named Lynn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lynn alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 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 #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lynn most popular?
- Lynn peaked in 1941, reaching #141 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lynn with classmates?
- Lynn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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