Linnie

Spanish, Portuguese and Italian

"pretty"

Linnie Origin and Meaning

The name Linnie is a girl's name.

Linnie is a feminine name that originated primarily as a diminutive of names such as Linda, Linnea, Caroline, or Madeline. It has a sweet, vintage quality reminiscent of the late 19th and early 20th centuries when nickname forms were often used as given names. The name peaked in popularity in the United States around the 1880s-1890s, giving it a distinct antique charm. Linnie has a gentle, melodic sound with its soft 'L' beginning and 'ee' ending, creating a name that feels both familiar and uncommon in modern usage. Though simple, the name carries a warm, approachable quality that works well across all ages, from childhood through adulthood.

Linnie Rank in US Top 1000

# 976 in the US

Famous People Named Linnie

• Linnie Marsh Wolfe American historian and author