Lelynn
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly a combination of Lynn and the French prefix "le".
Name Census estimates that about 14 living Americans carry the first name Lelynn. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lelynn today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lelynn births was 2012 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lelynn. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lelynn. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
14
~ 1 in 24,482,453 Americans
Peak year
2012
7 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2013 SSA rank
#10,296
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Lelynn: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Lelynn 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 Lelynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Lelynn
The name Lelynn is a unique and relatively modern name that has its roots in several different cultures and languages. It is believed to have originated as a combination of the French name Lela, which means "beautiful," and the English name Lynn, which is derived from the Celtic word "linn," meaning a pool or waterfall.
The earliest recorded use of the name Lelynn can be traced back to the late 19th century, when it was occasionally used as a middle name in some English-speaking countries. However, it did not gain widespread popularity until the 20th century, particularly in the United States and Canada.
One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Lelynn was Lelynn Wingate, an American painter who lived from 1885 to 1965. She was known for her vibrant landscapes and portraits, and her works are featured in several museums across the United States.
Another prominent figure with the name Lelynn was Lelynn Baker, a British actress who was born in 1920 and appeared in several films and television shows during the mid-20th century. She was particularly known for her roles in period dramas and comedies.
In the literary world, Lelynn Saunders, an American author and poet who lived from 1935 to 2010, made a significant contribution with her works exploring themes of identity, feminism, and social justice.
Lelynn Farris, an American musician and singer-songwriter born in 1962, gained acclaim for her folk and Americana-inspired music, blending elements of country, rock, and blues.
More recently, Lelynn Bakhtiari, an Iranian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist born in 1978, has made a name for herself through her work in promoting education and empowerment for women and girls in developing countries.
While the name Lelynn may not have a rich historical background or deep cultural roots, it has gained popularity in recent decades, with parents drawn to its unique sound and the blend of French and English influences. Its association with notable individuals across various fields has also contributed to its appeal and recognition.
People
Lelynn + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lelynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lelynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 14 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lelynn 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 24,482,453 US residents.
Is Lelynn a common name?
We classify Lelynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 34% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 14 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lelynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Lelynn was 2012, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lelynn is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lelynn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lelynn a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lelynn in the SSA data are male. 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.
Is Lelynn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lelynn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lelynn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Lelynn as a first name?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.