Lyncoln
42% girls · 58% boys
About Lyncoln
Lyncoln is a creative modern variant of Lincoln, which originated as an English surname derived from the Roman settlement Lindum Colonia (now Lincoln, England). This alternative spelling maintains the strength and presidential associations of Lincoln while adding a distinctive twist with the 'y' substitution. The name carries historical significance through its association with Abraham Lincoln, the revered 16th U.S. president. While traditional Lincoln has enjoyed moderate popularity, ranking within the top 100 boys' names in recent years, Lyncoln remains a rare variation that offers uniqueness while still being recognizable. The name conveys strength, leadership, and integrity while its unconventional spelling gives it a contemporary edge.
Lyncoln is also given to girls, where it ranks #16341 in the US.
Pronounced LIN-kun.
As of October 2026, Lyncoln ranked #16341 for girls and #10288 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5396 for girls in 2015 and #2654 for boys in 2018.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,085 | 25 | 13 |
| 2015 | #2,891 | 41 | 21.4 |
| 2016 | #2,916 | 41 | 21.6 |
| 2017 | #3,048 | 39 | 21.1 |
| 2018 | #2,654 | 47 | 25.9 |
| 2019 | #3,311 | 35 | 19.5 |
| 2020 | #2,907 | 41 | 23.8 |
| 2021 | #3,393 | 34 | 19.4 |
| 2022 | #4,380 | 24 | 13.7 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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