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Flynn
Pronounced FLIN /ˈflɪn/High
Meaning: From the Irish O Floinn — 'a descendant of Flann; ruddy; red-haired'; used for both sexes; here for girlsLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Flynn comes from the Irish surname O Floinn — 'a descendant of Flann; ruddy; red-haired' (from flann, 'red; ruddy'). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).
In the U.S. it registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, a-descendant-of-the-red-haired-one at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Flynn mean?
Flynn is an Irish surname — 'a descendant of Flann; ruddy; red-haired'.
How do you pronounce Flynn?
It's said FLIN /ˈflɪn/ — one syllable.
Is Flynn a boy or girl name?
Flynn is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Flynn?
Flynn is a rare name for girls in the U.S.