NAME PROFILE
Lynne
Lynne is a name of Welsh origin meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' It conveys a sense of calmness and serenity, often associated with nature and tranquility. People named Lynne are often perceived as gentle and thoughtful, embodying a nurturing quality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 62,415 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1962 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1914 |
| Most recent | 2003 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 25%CA — 21%PA — 18%MI — 18%MA — 18%
Notable People
Lynne Reid Banks (Author, *The Indian in the Cupboard*) · Lynne Ramsay (Film Director, *We Need to Talk About Kevin*) · Lynne Thigpen (Actress, *The District*) · Lynne McGranger (Actress, *Home and Away*) · Lynne Truss (Author, *Eats, Shoots & Leaves*)
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