Lynn (given name)

Lynn is a given name used for both males and females. It is of multiple origins, including:

• Welsh: Derived from llyn, meaning "lake." As a Welsh name, it is more commonly used for females.

• Scottish: Lynn is a locational surname derived from the Scottish Gaelic linn, meaning a pool or stream, and then used as a given name.

• Irish: Occasionally used as a variant of the Irish name Lainn, which is of uncertain meaning.

• English: Lynn can also be considered an English name, often used as a diminutive form of names such as Linda, Lynette, Marilyn, Carolynn, Jocelyn, or Evelyn. In these cases, it is most often a feminine name.

The popularity of Lynn as a given name peaked in the mid-20th century in several Western countries. Its usage has declined since then, although it remains in use.