US Popularity:11480
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Danish, French, Scottish, Welsh
Meaning:Tender; Lime tree; Lake; Lightning
Lyne is a feminine appellation brimming with origins for baby to explore. As a French name, Lyne is considered short for Caroline, Coraline, Eveline, and other names ending with “-line.” Lyne’s roots likely grow deeper to the Germanic element linta or lind, meaning “tender” or “lime tree.” Lyne is also a Scottish surname, derived from a place name, and can be linked to the Welsh word for “lake,” llyn. Finally, Lyne has the vibrant definition of “lightning” in Danish, giving the name a sparkling elemental feel.

Lyne Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2016
#28974
in 2016
- 17263
from 1980
In comparison to the previous year's data
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