Linn
About Linn
Linn is a feminine name with Scandinavian and German origins. It can be derived from the Old Norse element 'lind' meaning 'lime tree' or considered a short form of names like Linda or Caroline. In Sweden and Norway, Linn has been particularly popular since the 1970s and 1980s. The name carries associations with nature and freshness. It's appreciated for its simplicity, brevity, and modern feel while maintaining traditional roots. In English-speaking countries, Linn may also be connected to the word 'linnet' (a small songbird) or associated with places like Linn County in various U.S. states. The name's straightforward pronunciation and spelling add to its appeal as a contemporary choice with historical depth.
Pronounced LIN.
As of October 2026, Linn ranked #17275 in US births in 2003 SSA, peaked at #1512 in 1956.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Linn on lists
Famous Linns
- Malin Sofia Katarina "Linn" Berggren
Swedish singer of band Ace of Base
- Linn Thomas (b. 1976) aka Lynn Thomas
Playboy Playmate in May 1997. In October 2000, she became a Penthouse Pet of the Month and the first pin,up model in history to have appeared in both Playboy and Penthouse as a centerfold model