Find out how popular the first name Lynkin has been for the last 16 years (from 2008 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lynkin by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Lynkin is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 97% of people named Lynkin being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 9 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Lynkin.

The history of the first name Lynkin

The given name Lynkin has its roots in the ancient Celtic language, originating around the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the Proto-Celtic root *lenk-, meaning "to bend or wind." The name was initially associated with those who lived near winding rivers or streams.

In the early medieval period, the name Lynkin appeared in several ancient Welsh and Cornish texts, often referring to prominent figures or landowners. One notable example is the 9th-century Cornish chieftain Lynkin ap Cadoc, who led a rebellion against the Saxons in the region now known as Devon.

The name Lynkin gained popularity across the British Isles during the Middle Ages, particularly in Wales and Cornwall. It was often anglicized to Linkin or Lynkin, with various spelling variations emerging over time.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lynkin can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a landowner named Lynkin of Berkshire.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Lynkin. In the 12th century, Lynkin the Chronicler was a Welsh monk and historian who wrote extensively about the affairs of the Welsh princes. Another prominent bearer of the name was Lynkin ap Rhys, a 14th-century Welsh nobleman and military commander who fought in the wars against the English.

In the 16th century, Lynkin Devereux (1520-1585) was an English soldier and statesman who played a significant role in the Tudor era. He served as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland and was a close ally of Queen Elizabeth I.

Moving forward to the 18th century, Lynkin Jones (1725-1794) was a Welsh Baptist minister and author who wrote extensively on religious topics and Welsh history.

Another notable figure was Lynkin Williams (1865-1932), a Welsh politician and trade unionist who served as a Member of Parliament for the Labour Party in the early 20th century.

Data source

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