Lakelynn
A feminine name combining "lake" and "lynn", meaning "beautiful pool".
Name Census estimates that about 2,040 living Americans carry the first name Lakelynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lakelynn today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lakelynn births was 2024 (424 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lakelynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Lakelynn is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 6 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
2.0K
~ 1 in 168,017 Americans
Peak year
2024
424 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#674
Tracked since 1999
Popularity
Lakelynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lakelynn from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 1,454 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lakelynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lakelynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lakelynns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 31 states and territories. Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama recorded the most babies named Lakelynn, while Montana, California, Kansas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 46 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lakelynn
The name Lakelynn is a relatively modern invention, combining the English words "lake" and "lynn" to create a name with a natural, peaceful meaning. It does not have a direct linguistic origin or connection to a specific culture or language.
The first part of the name, "lake," comes from the Old English word "lacu," meaning a body of standing water surrounded by land. The second part, "lynn," is derived from the Celtic word "llin," meaning a waterfall, lake, or pool. When combined, Lakelynn evokes images of tranquil bodies of water nestled in nature.
As a constructed name, Lakelynn does not have a extensive historical record or references in ancient texts or religious scriptures. Its use as a given name is a relatively recent phenomenon, likely emerging in the late 20th or early 21st century as parents sought unique and descriptive names for their children.
Due to its modern origins, there are no well-known historical figures who bore the name Lakelynn. However, as this name gains popularity, it is possible that notable individuals may emerge and contribute to its historical significance in the future.
It is worth noting that while Lakelynn may not have a rich historical background, its components – "lake" and "lynn" – have been used in various contexts throughout history, such as place names, literary works, and personal names. For example, the name Lynn has been used as a given name for centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Overall, Lakelynn is a newly constructed name that reflects contemporary naming trends and a desire for names that evoke natural beauty and serenity. Its lack of historical roots allows it to forge its own path and create new associations as it gains popularity in the modern era.
People
Lakelynn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lakelynn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lakelynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lakelynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2,040 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lakelynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 168,017 US residents.
Is Lakelynn a common name?
We classify Lakelynn as "Rare". It ranks above 93.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 2,053 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lakelynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Lakelynn was 2024, when 424 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lakelynn is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lakelynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lakelynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.