Lynne
boy nameLynne entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1485 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1485
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3110 |
| 1920s | #3695 |
| 1930s | #2743 |
| 1940s | #1826 |
| 1950s | #2707 |
| 1960s | #3122 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Lynne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lynne alive today was born around 1946, making them about 79 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lynne in 2025?
- Lynne is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lynne most popular?
- Lynne peaked in 1941, reaching #1485 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lynne with classmates?
- Lynne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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