NAME PROFILE
Glynn
Glynn is a Welsh name meaning 'valley' or 'glen,' derived from the Welsh word 'glyn.' The name evokes a sense of tranquility and connection to nature, representing someone who may be thoughtful, grounded, and nurturing, often bringing calmness and peace to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,360 |
| Gender | Male (48% / 52%) |
| Peak year | 1950 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 1999 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | Welsh, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage✨ Double Letter
Top States
TX — 30%LA — 27%GA — 18%TN — 15%MS — 9%
Notable People
Glynn Turman (Actor, *Roots*) · Glynn Barrie (Writer, known for works on Welsh culture) · Glynn Davis (Sports journalist) · Glynn D. Dyer (Author, *War, Peace, and the Global Economy*) · Glynn Purnell (Chef and TV personality)
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