Glynn
Glynn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Valley.
Origin and history
Glynn is a masculine name of Welsh origin, derived from the word 'glyn', meaning 'valley'. Historically used as a given name and surname, it experienced moderate usage in the United States during the mid-20th century. It has become quite rare in modern U.S. birth records.
Popularity in the United States
4,943 babies in the United States have been named Glynn since 1880. It ranks #1736 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (30.1 %)
- LA (29.9 %)
- GA (13.4 %)
- TN (8.5 %)
- MS (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 18 |
| 1910-1920 | 270 |
| 1920-1930 | 543 |
| 1930-1940 | 667 |
| 1940-1950 | 960 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,027 |
| 1960-1970 | 631 |
| 1970-1980 | 341 |
| 1980-1990 | 252 |
| 1990-2000 | 142 |
| 2000-2010 | 58 |
| 2010-2019 | 34 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Glynn
- Glynn Turman: Actor, Director
- Glynn Lunney: Engineer, NASA Flight Director
Fun facts
- The name directly derives from the Welsh word 'glyn', which describes a narrow, deep valley or glen.
- Glynn enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States between the 1920s and 1950s.