Lynda
Meaning: Linden tree hill
Origin: Old English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #260
Total births: 1,245
History: Lynda peaked in the 1970s in Australia. The alternate spelling distinguishes it from Linda. Lynda represents Australian parents who chose individual expression through spelling.
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| Current rank (1968) | #96 |
| Babies named Lynda in 1968 | 88 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,245 |
| Peak year | 1967 (104 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #76 |
| Years in records | 1953–1968 (14 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 1 spot |
Frequently asked about Lynda
What does the name Lynda mean?
Lynda means “Linden tree hill” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Lynda?
Lynda has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Linden tree hill”.
How popular is Lynda in Australia?
Lynda ranked #96 in Australia in 1968 — given to 88 babies that year.
When was Lynda most popular?
Lynda peaked in 1967 with 104 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Lynda a boy or girl name?
Lynda is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Lyndas in registered births are female.
How long has Lynda been recorded in Australia?
Lynda appears in birth records in Australia across 14 years — from 1953 through 1968.