Linc

English

"town by the pool"

Linc Origin and Meaning

The name Linc is a boy's name.

Linc is a concise, strong masculine name most commonly used as a shortened form of Lincoln. The name carries the distinguished presidential associations of Abraham Lincoln while offering a more modern, streamlined feel. The brevity of Linc gives it a punchy, contemporary quality that appeals to parents seeking short, impactful names for boys. The name has gained some popularity in recent decades as part of the trend toward nickname-style given names. Linc projects confidence and straightforwardness with its crisp consonant sounds. Beyond its connection to Lincoln, the name might also evoke links or connections, giving it a subtly unifying quality. Linc works well in modern contexts while maintaining connections to historical roots.

Famous People Named Linc

• Lincoln Howard "Linc" Blakely American baseball player
• Lionel Victor "Linc" Chamberland American jazz guitarist

The name Linc in Pop Culture

• Lincoln "Linc" Hayes character on TV's "The Mod Squad"
• Lincoln "Linc" Burrows character on TV's "Prison Break"
• Lincoln "Linc" Case character on TV's "Route 66"
• Linc McCray character on TV's "The Chicago Teddy Bears"