Lynea
From the Germanic name Lindelind, meaning "soft as a linden tree" or "tender, gentle".
Name Census estimates that about 357 living Americans carry the first name Lynea. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lynea today is around 38 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lynea births was 1988 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lynea. 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.
People living today
357
~ 1 in 960,096 Americans
Peak year
1988
16 babies that year
Average age
38
years old
2024 SSA rank
#16,681
Tracked since 1948
Popularity
Lynea: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lynea from the 1940s through to the 2020s, spanning 9 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 96 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lynea 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 Lynea during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lyneas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Lynea
The name Lynea is a unique and intriguing one, with roots that can be traced back to several ancient cultures and languages. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "linn," which referred to a waterfall or a pool formed by a river. This connection to nature and water could indicate that the name was once associated with those living near rivers or in areas with abundant water sources.
Another potential origin of the name Lynea is the Greek word "linon," meaning linen or flax. This suggests that the name may have been linked to those involved in the production or trading of linen fabrics, which were highly prized in ancient times.
In some historical records, the name Lynea has been found in ancient Hebrew texts, where it is thought to be a variation of the name "Lina," which means "tendril" or "vine." This could point to an agricultural or horticultural connection for the name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lynea can be found in the works of the ancient Greek poet Sappho, who lived on the island of Lesbos in the 6th century BC. She wrote about a woman named Lynea in one of her poems, though little is known about the specific individual.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Lynea. In the 12th century, Lynea of Bari was a renowned Italian philosopher and theologian who made significant contributions to the study of metaphysics and ethics.
During the Renaissance period, Lynea Alberti (1404-1472) was an Italian humanist and writer who was highly regarded for her literary works and her advocacy for women's education.
In the world of art, Lynea Cranach (1515-1576) was a German Renaissance painter and the daughter of the famous artist Lucas Cranach the Elder. Her portraits and religious paintings were highly sought after during her lifetime.
In more recent history, Lynea Gamarra (1867-1951) was a Peruvian educator and feminist who fought for women's rights and access to education in her country.
Lastly, Lynea Ghil (1938-2021) was a French author and poet who gained recognition for her avant-garde literary works and her exploration of language and poetic form.
While the name Lynea may not be as common as some others, it carries a rich history and has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and eras, each leaving their mark on the world in their own unique way.
People
Lynea + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lynea 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
Lynea: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lynea?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 357 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lynea 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 960,096 US residents.
Is Lynea a common name?
We classify Lynea as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 388 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lynea most popular?
The single biggest year for Lynea was 1988, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lynea is about 38 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lynea a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lynea 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.