US Popularity:11132
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Spanish, Portuguese, Welsh
Meaning:Soft, tender; Beautiful; Lake
Lyndel is a gender-neutral name and an ear-catching alternative to Lynelle. With several origins to explore, Lyndel has a few meanings for you and your child to find connections with. As a blend of Lynn and the suffix -el, Lyndel may stem from the Welsh word llyn and mean "lake." Lyndel may also be a variation of Linda, which means "beautiful" in Spanish and Portuguese and "soft" or "tender" from the Germanic root lind. These pleasant endearments give Lyndel a sweet sense of serenity that complements its lyrical flow.

How Popular Is The Name Lyndel?

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
1996
Gender:
Girl
#
in 1996
No change
from 1990
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Emily McNamara

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 210

  • Name Doctor, Lynelle

  • Behind the Name, Lynn, June 2019

  • Behind the Name, Linda, December 2022

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