Lyn name meaning

Gender: Girl

Origin: Old High German, Germanic, Old English and Welsh

Usage: English, Arabic, English, German, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: l-yn

Meaning: Dwells by the Torrent, From the Linden Tree Hill, Waterfall, A Cascade, Lake, Pool, Pretty, Gentle, Friendly and Lightning

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What does Lyn mean?

Cherished and Ceaseless gender-neutral name Lyn is originated from Old High German, Germanic, Old English and Welsh, meaning of Lyn is "Dwells by the Torrent, From the Linden Tree Hill, Waterfall, A Cascade, Lake, Pool, Pretty, Gentle, Friendly or Lightning" is used primarily in English, Danish, Arabic, German, Swedish, Norwegian and Finnish.

Lyn is variant form of durable and frequently used Linda. Linda is variant form of Names Ending with -Lind/-Linda/-Linde. Linda is derived from Adèle. Linda is diminutive of Adelinenames ending in "Lind".

Also Linda is diminutive of "Linda". Linda is English form of Linde. Also Linda is form of Lindsay in English language. Linda is also German cognate of Names Containing the Germanic Name Element Lind.

Originated from Germanic, Old High German and Old English, Well-Known and Conifer Linda, Linda means "Gentle and Linde". Lyn is a version of lofty and venerable Lynn. Lynn is variation of LinLinn.

Also Lynn is variation of Names Beginning with Lyn- Or Ending with -Lyn. Lynn is a short version of Lina. Of Old High German and Hebrew origin, Well-Liked and Perennial Lynn, Lynn means "The Word Llyn Which is of the Meaning Lake, Dwells by the Torrent and Lake".

Lyn is diminutive of Lina. Lina is diminutive of names ending in "lina". Also Lina is a short version of "line". Lina is German form of Lina that is usedforeign. Of German, Latin and English origin, Well-Liked and Evergreen Lina, Lina means "Shining, Alive and Garden".

Lyn is a diminutive of Lindsay. Originated from Anglo-Saxon and Old English, Popular and Ever lasting Lindsay, Lindsay means "A Lake and From the Island of the Lime Tree" is prevalently used in English and English.

How do I pronounce Lyn?

Two syllabled Lyn is most commonly pronounced as l-yn.

Variants of Lyn

Linda, Lynn, Linde, Lindsay, Lind, Lindy, Adalinda, Lindalou, Linell, Linn, Adallyn, Lynnmarie, Lynmarie

Names that rhyme with Lyn

How popular is the name Lyn?

Lyn used to be a common name in United States, first appeared in 1896 and over 8757 babies have been given the name in 170 years. At its zenith in 1953,. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 170 years.

Lyn is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales there is very thin chances of it still being given. In France, first appeared in 2011 and is still in use.

But Lyn is a popular baby name in Australia where every 1 in 500 have the name as well as in, Philippines, England, New Zealand and Canada. According to our findings, at least 120000 people have been bestowed Lyn around the globe.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2017			12630	7
2016			11693	8
2015			14427	6
2013			16507	5
2012			13458	7

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Lyn in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	0	5	65	58
	0	0	0	55

What numbers say about Lyn?

People admire you for your honesty but they also fear what you have to say about their life. You stay true to your opinion and beliefs. You are an attractive person with an impressive character and formed life values. The number 6 as your expression number reveals you have a caring nature. You are unique and born to stand out. You can't imagine enjoying a normal life like many people do. Most people undervalue your smartness because they believe that beauty never goes with intelligence.

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Lahab - Boy name Lahab is specifically used in Hindi and Arabic, Lahab means "Profit"
Ariq - Ariq's meaning is Deep Rooted aimed at boys is used primarily in Arabic and English
Zareena - Unheard-of Zareena is used largely in Punjabi and Arabic is of Arabic, African-Nigeria and Persian origin, Zareena means "Golden or Of Gold" is a girl name
Sadra - Used in English and Arabic atypical, Sadra is used as a unisex name and is rooted from Persian and African-Akan, Sadra means "Shining Like Star or Leader"

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Famous people named Lyn

Lyn Hejinian, American poet, essayist, translator and publisher
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Lyn Hamilton, Canadian author of archaeological mystery novels
Lyn Yvonne Abramson, professor of psychology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison
Lyn Irvine, literary journalist and author
Lyn McLain, music teacher and orchestra leader
Lyn Sprules, retired female hammer thrower from England
Lyn McLeod, is former politician in Ontario, Canada

Lyn Allison, Australian politician
Lyn Collingwood, retired Australian actress
Lyn Collins, American soul singer best
Lyn Brown, British Labour Party politician
Lyn Paul, English pop singer and actress
Lyn St. James, Lyn St
Lyn Lary, American professional baseball shortstop
Lyn Larsen, former Australian woman cricketer
Lyn Bell, Australian freestyle swimmer of the 1960s
Lyn Ott, American painter and a follower of Meher Baba
Lyn, musical artist
Lyn James, Welsh-born actress of stage and screen and director
Lyn McClements, Australian butterfly swimmer of the 1960s and 1970s
Lyn Murray, composer, conductor
Lyn Jones, former Wales international rugby union player

Lyn May, Mexican vedette, actress and dancer
Lyn Lifshin, American poet and teacher
Lynese 'Babs' Wiley in Making the Band 2 as
Lyn-z Adams Hawkins in Tony Hawk's Project 8 as
Lyn Bolton characterized pivotal role of Mrs. Dorothy Fremont in 1963 horror flick Blood Feast.
In 1918 drama flick, The Inn of the Blue Moon, Lyn Donelson portrayed Adelaide Druce.
In 1946 crime and drama film, Jean's Plan, Lyn Evans portrayed Mr. Higgs.
Lyn Fotopoulou played vital role of Bella in 1975 crime, drama movie Paizontas se dyo krevvatia.
In 1993, Lyn Levand portrayed the role of Beth in action, drama film Kill or Be Killed.
In 1961 adventure and crime film, The Seventh Commandment, Lyn Statten characterized Terry James.

In 1958, Lyn Thomas characterized the role of Laura Greeling in horror and sci-fi film Space Master X-7.
In 1945, Lyn Wilde characterized the role of Stephanie Hale in comedy movie Twice Blessed.
In 1967 action flick, Reyna ng karate, Lyn D'Arce portrayed N.
In 1965, Lyn D'Amour characterized the role of N in action, thriller movie Assignment Hongkong.
Lyn Boorer played central character of Bass Guitar in 2011 music movie Sonny George Live @ 12 Bar Club London Sep. 20, 2000.

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