Lake or waterfall
Originally a diminutive of Linda or Lynn, it derives from the Welsh word 'llyn' meaning lake. In modern usage, it is often a pet name for any name ending in the -lyn sound, such as Evelyn or Madelyn. It evokes a sense of mid-century charm and natural serenity.
About 32 girls were named Lynnie in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress and television writer
Character in the animated series The Casagrandes · The Casagrandes
