Find out how popular the first name Jennylyn has been for the last 3 years (from 1985 to 1987) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jennylyn by gender

Based on the last 3 years of data, Jennylyn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1987, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jennylyn.

The history of the first name Jennylyn

The name Jennylyn is a modern combination of the names Jenny and Lyn. It does not have a deep historical origin or cultural background.

Jenny is a diminutive form of the name Jennifer, derived from the Celtic name Gwenveyr or Gwenhwyfar. This name was made popular in medieval romance literature, particularly in the Arthurian legends where it referred to the wife of King Arthur. The name Jennifer became widely used in English-speaking countries in the 20th century.

Lyn is a short form of the name Lynn, which is derived from the Celtic word "llyn" meaning a lake or pond. This name was initially used as a surname before becoming a given name in its own right.

The combination of Jenny and Lyn to form Jennylyn is a relatively recent invention, likely arising in the late 20th century as a creative blend of these two names. It does not have a specific cultural or linguistic origin beyond its constituent parts.

There are no recorded historical figures of note who bore the name Jennylyn. As it is a modern invention, it has not appeared in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to the late 20th century.

While a few individuals may have been given this name in recent decades, there are no famous or noteworthy people throughout history who were known by the name Jennylyn. It is a contemporary name without a significant historical pedigree or cultural associations.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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