Flynn name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Irish and Gaelic
Usage: English
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Flynn f-ly-nn
Meaning: Descendant of Flann, Ruddy and Red One
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Flynn meaning and origin

What does Flynn mean?

Mostly used in English illustrous, Flynn has its origin in Gaelic and Old Irish, meaning of Flynn is "Descendant of Flann, Ruddy or Red One" is used for both sexes.

How do I pronounce Flynn?

Three syllabled Flynn is pronounced as f-ly-nn.

Variants of Flynn

Flenn

Names that rhyme with Flynn

How popular is the name Flynn?

In United States, Flynn was once a common name since emerging in 1913 it has been given to over 4524 babies. When at the peak of its usage in 2014,. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 113 years but it is still going strong.

Also, In England and Wales, Flynn was once a common name since emerging in 1996 it has been given to over 4786 babies. At the peak of its usage in 2014,.

However after 27 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but it is still going strong. Also, Flynn used to be a common name in New South Wales, first appeared in 2001 and over 2237 babies have been given the name in 15 years.

When at the peak of its usage in 2013,. However after 15 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but it is still going strong. Also, Flynn was a common name in Queensland.

Over 2075 babies have been named Flynn since 2001. When at the peak of its usage in 2012,. However after 19 years, the name is on free fall on the charts.

Also, Flynn was a common name in Victoria. Over 1433 babies have been named Flynn since 2008. When at its peak in 2012,. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 12 years but it is still going strong.

Flynn is a familiar baby name in Netherlands, during its short term of usage, the name has been to the top 300 names. Recently in 2016, 56 babies were given Flynn and it reached its peak ranking, 277 on boy names chart.

Over 255 babies in Netherlands have been named Flynn. Also, in Western Australia, in just 1 years, it has made it to the top 100 names. Recently in 2019, 60 babies were given Flynn and it reached its peak ranking, 42 on boy names chart.

In Ireland, Flynn is a unique name where it has been in use since 2002 and has secured the place in top 200 names. In 2014, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 157 on boy names chart when 42 babies were named Flynn.

Over 286 people have been named Flynn in Ireland. Also, in Switzerland, it has been in use since 1999 and was able to reach the top 400 names. In 2014, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 324 on boy names chart when 26 babies were named Flynn.

There are over 203 babies that have been given the name Flynn in Switzerland. Also, in Belgium, the name has been in use since 2002 and has secured the place in top 400 names.

In 2014, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 396 on boy names chart when 29 babies were named Flynn. There are over 223 babies that have been given the name Flynn in Belgium.

Flynn is an uncommon baby name in still in use in France. Flynn is a rare baby name in Western Australia still in use today. Also, Flynn is a familiar name in Philippines.

At least, 10000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2023780322510525
2022712368499826
2021650418840612
2020657398837212
2019714342639418
2018780295623419
2017756311627419
2016679375579122
2015694362602921
2014658391620320
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Flynn in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands29792295
Finland17000
Sweden331760
Norway33760
Denmark3060

Numerological aspects of Flynn

If you put your mind on something, giving up before its done is out of the question. Challenges don't scare you but on the contrary, they make you feel alive. Once you overcome an obstacle, you feel invincible and it boosts your self-confidence. If your name ends with letter N, you are not an ordinary person. Your days of pretending to be Mother Theresa are over. Now it's time you take care of that hole inside your heart.

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  •  Hawleigh means From the Hedged Meadow is used predominantly in English is originated from English is a boy name
  •  Sparkle - Used commonly in English unheard-of, Sparkle is originated from English and is given to baby girls, Sparkle means "Effervescent Shining"

Sibling Names for Flynn

If you're looking for a sibling name to match with the strong and unique name "Flynn," we've got you covered! Here are some names for boys and girls that complement "Flynn" nicely, whether you're looking for something classic, modern or alternative.

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Names for Flynn's brother

Famous people named Flynn

  • Flynn Gower, Australian vocalist, composer and guitarist
  • Flynn Robinson, American professional basketball player
  • Flynn Kirk in I Keep Taking Baths Like Lady Macbeth as Actress
  • Flynn Belaine played critical role of Janet in 2001 horror film The Education of a Vampire.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
  4. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
  5. Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
  6. Office fédéral de la statistique, https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/fr/home/statistiques/population/naissances-deces/prenoms-nouveaux-nes.html
  7. Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://www.svb.nl/nl/kindernamen/
  8. Births Deaths And Marriages Victoria, https://www.bdm.vic.gov.au/births/naming-your-child/popular-baby-names-in-victoria
  9. Department of Jutsice, Government of Western Australia, https://bdm.justice.wa.gov.au/_apps/BabyNames/Default.aspx?uid=1144-3594-8619-1127
  10. Queensland Government - Open Data Portal, https://www.data.qld.gov.au/dataset/top-100-baby-names
  11. NSW Government, https://www.nsw.gov.au/family-and-relationships/births/popular-baby-names
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