Lincoln
Meaning: Lake colony; settlement by the pool
Origin: Latin Lindum Colonia — a Roman settlement by the pool, from Brythonic lindo (lake, pool)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #177
Total births: 2,237
History: Lincoln surged in the 2010s as presidential names entered Australian culture. The name has a strong, principled character. Lincoln represents Australian parents choosing names associated with leadership and moral courage.
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| Current rank (2024) | #95 |
| Babies named Lincoln in 2024 | 89 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,237 |
| Peak year | 2016 (174 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #50 |
| Years in records | 2009–2024 (16 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 32 spots |
Frequently asked about Lincoln
What does the name Lincoln mean?
Lincoln means “Lake colony; settlement by the pool” from Latin Lindum Colonia — a Roman settlement by the pool, from Brythonic lindo (lake, pool) roots.
What is the origin of the name Lincoln?
Lincoln has Latin Lindum Colonia — a Roman settlement by the pool, from Brythonic lindo (lake, pool) origin. The traditional meaning is “Lake colony; settlement by the pool”.
How popular is Lincoln in Australia?
Lincoln ranked #95 in Australia in 2024 — given to 89 babies that year.
When was Lincoln most popular?
Lincoln peaked in 2016 with 174 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Lincoln a boy or girl name?
Lincoln is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Lincolns in registered births are male.
Is the name Lincoln rising or falling in popularity?
Lincoln has fallen 32 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #63 in 2019 to #95 in 2024.
How long has Lincoln been recorded in Australia?
Lincoln appears in birth records in Australia across 16 years — from 2009 through 2024.