Lynne

The name Lynne peaked for boys at #1512 in 1941. Lynne is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

5 Letter Girl Names

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Names that Peaked in 1951

Lynne is a feminine name with Welsh origins, derived from the Welsh word 'llyn' meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' It gained popularity as an independent name in the mid-20th century, though it was initially used as a variant of Linda or Lynn. Lynne peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting the trend toward shorter, sleeker feminine names. While its usage has declined since then, Lynne maintains an air of classic simplicity and elegance. The name is often associated with qualities like intelligence and creativity. Lynne is also sometimes used as a middle name or as part of hyphenated first names like Mary-Lynne or Anna-Lynne.

Endangered Baby Names

The name Lynne peaked for girls at #144 in 1951. Lynne is occasionally used for boys in 1969.

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