Lynn
Meaning: Lake, waterfall, pool
Origin: Welsh/Old English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #322
Total births: 530
History: Lynn peaked in the 1970s in Australia. The name has a clean, simple character. Lynn represents Australian women who valued straightforward elegance.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1958) | #83 |
| Babies named Lynn in 1958 | 104 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 530 |
| Peak year | 1958 (104 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #83 |
| Years in records | 1952–1958 (6 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 4 spots |
Frequently asked about Lynn
What does the name Lynn mean?
Lynn means “Lake, waterfall, pool” from Welsh/Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Lynn?
Lynn has Welsh/Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Lake, waterfall, pool”.
How popular is Lynn in Australia?
Lynn ranked #83 in Australia in 1958 — given to 104 babies that year.
When was Lynn most popular?
Lynn peaked in 1958 with 104 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Lynn a boy or girl name?
Lynn is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Lynns in registered births are female.
How long has Lynn been recorded in Australia?
Lynn appears in birth records in Australia across 6 years — from 1952 through 1958.