Find out how popular the first name Ralynn has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ralynn by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Ralynn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ralynn.

The history of the first name Ralynn

The name Ralynn is a modern English variant of the name Raleigh, which originated as a locational surname referring to someone from the town of Raleigh in Nottinghamshire, England. The town's name is derived from the Old English words "ræg" meaning "roe deer" and "leah" meaning "meadow" or "clearing."

Raleigh was also the surname of the famous English explorer, writer, and courtier Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618), who played a significant role in the English colonization of North America. The name Ralynn may have been influenced by his prominence during the Elizabethan era.

The earliest recorded use of the name Ralynn as a given name is relatively recent, with records showing its emergence in the late 20th century. It is likely that the name was created as a feminine variant of Raleigh, possibly inspired by the name's association with Sir Walter Raleigh.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Ralynn is Ralynn Campbell, an American actress born in 1954, who appeared in several television shows and films in the 1970s and 1980s.

Another notable bearer of the name is Ralynn Kinkade, an American singer and songwriter born in 1970, known for her work in the Christian music industry.

In the field of sports, Ralynn Bourn is an American former professional basketball player who played for the Minnesota Lynx in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) during the 2000s.

Ralynn Nishi is a Japanese-American artist and sculptor born in 1972, known for her works exploring themes of identity and cultural heritage.

Ralynn Griswold is an American author and educator born in 1955, who has written several books on parenting and family life.

While the name Ralynn is not as widely used as some other names, it has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique and feminine variant of the more traditional Raleigh.

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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