Linn
Linn is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Lime tree, linden tree, or torrent/waterfall.
Origin and history
Linn is a concise name of Germanic and Scandinavian origin, often derived from elements meaning lime tree or linden tree, or related to a waterfall or lake in Celtic roots. Historically used as a masculine name in the early 20th century in the United States, its usage has become extremely rare in contemporary birth records. Today it stands as an uncommon, vintage choice with nature-inspired etymological roots.
Popularity in the United States
1,450 babies in the United States have been named Linn since 1880. It ranks #3277 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (56.3 %)
- OH (11.9 %)
- CA (8.1 %)
- IA (8.1 %)
- IL (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 11 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 92 |
| 1920-1930 | 157 |
| 1930-1940 | 152 |
| 1940-1950 | 361 |
| 1950-1960 | 339 |
| 1960-1970 | 180 |
| 1970-1980 | 89 |
| 1980-1990 | 47 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Linn
- Linn Banks: Politician, Lawyer
- Linn Boyd: Politician, Speaker of the House
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to the linden or lime tree, symbolic of peace and sacredness in traditional European folklore.
- While rare today, Linn was regularly registered as a male given name in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.