Lynn

Lynn is a common given name and surname in English-speaking countries. It is derived from Welsh, meaning "lake". Lynn can be a name for both males and females, although it is more commonly used as a female name.

Etymology

The name Lynn is of Welsh origin and means "lake". It is derived from the Welsh word "llyn". The name has been used in the English-speaking world since the 19th century and has been popular for both boys and girls, although in recent years it has been used more commonly for girls.

Popularity

The popularity of the name Lynn has fluctuated over the years. In the United States, it reached its peak popularity in the 1950s and 1960s, when it was among the top 100 names for girls. Since then, its popularity has declined, although it remains a commonly used name.

Notable people named Lynn

There are many notable people named Lynn, including:

• Lynn Anderson, an American country music singer
• Lynn Hill, an American rock climber
• Lynn Redgrave, an English actress
• Lynn Swann, an American football player

Places named Lynn

There are also several places named Lynn, including:

• King's Lynn, a seaport and market town in Norfolk, England
• Lynn, Massachusetts, a city in the United States
• Lynn Lake, a town in Manitoba, Canada

See also

• Lyn (disambiguation)
• Lynn (disambiguation)

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