Lynley
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Lake, waterfall, pool
Origin: Welsh/Old English
Popularity: Ranked #5649 in 2025 with 22 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Lynn. Shares the meaning 'Lake, waterfall, pool.'
Similar names: lynlee, lynnlee, lynnley, lynnlea, lylah, lylla, lyn, lynn
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Lynley? About 1 in 151,296 babies born in 2025 were named Lynley, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Lynley
What does the name Lynley mean?
Lynley means “Lake, waterfall, pool” from Welsh/Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Lynley?
Lynley has Welsh/Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Lake, waterfall, pool”.
How popular is Lynley?
Lynley ranked #5554 in 2025 — given to 22 babies that year.
When was Lynley most popular?
Lynley peaked in 2016 with 46 babies registered that year.
Is Lynley a boy or girl name?
Lynley is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Lynleys in registered births are female.
Is the name Lynley rising or falling in popularity?
Lynley has risen 546 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6100 in 2020 to #5554 in 2025.
How long has Lynley been recorded?
Lynley appears in birth records across 60 years — from 1962 through 2025.