Flynn
f-ly-nn
US Popularity:1404
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Ruddy, red; Descendant of Flann
Surnames as first names are enduringly popular with parents, and it's not hard to see why! If you love the idea of giving a traditional, historical name a fresh and trendy update, then Flynn may be in for the win. This Irish surname means "ruddy" or "red" in relation to having a healthy look about you, and as a surname means "descendant of Flann." In Ireland, you will find it most commonly used as a surname, but in the US, it has major first-name appeal. Flynn works as a gender-neutral name, as either way it has that succinct ring and timeless charm to it.
Flynn Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Flynn is currently #198 on The Bump
Boy:Flynn is currently #151 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Flynn is currently #112 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Flynn is currently #1404 in U.S. births
Boy:Flynn is currently #1495 in U.S. births
Girl:Flynn is currently #9058 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#9058
in 2022
+ 5853
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Flynn
Behind the Name, Flynn, January 2022
WordSense Dictionary, Flynn
Irish Surnames, Flynn Coat of Arms, Family Crest and Flynn Family History
House of Names, Flynn
Ancestry, Flynn
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