Flynn
Meaning: Son of the red-haired one, ruddy
Origin: Irish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #154
Total births: 2,898
History: Flynn surged in the 2010s as an Irish-Australian name. Errol Flynn, the legendary swashbuckling actor, was born in Tasmania — one of Australia's greatest Hollywood exports. Flynn means Australian adventure and cinematic bravery.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #90 |
| Babies named Flynn in 2025 | 94 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,898 |
| Peak year | 2013 (267 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #32 |
| Years in records | 2001–2025 (21 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 27 spots |
Frequently asked about Flynn
What does the name Flynn mean?
Flynn means “Son of the red-haired one, ruddy” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Flynn?
Flynn has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of the red-haired one, ruddy”.
How popular is Flynn in Australia?
Flynn ranked #90 in Australia in 2025 — given to 94 babies that year.
When was Flynn most popular?
Flynn peaked in 2013 with 267 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Flynn a boy or girl name?
Flynn is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Flynns in registered births are male.
Is the name Flynn rising or falling in popularity?
Flynn has fallen 27 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #63 in 2020 to #90 in 2025.
How long has Flynn been recorded in Australia?
Flynn appears in birth records in Australia across 21 years — from 2001 through 2025.