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Linkoln

♂ Boy

Pronounced LINK-ən /ˈlɪŋ.kən/High

Meaning: K-spelling of Lincoln — from Latin/Brittonic 'lake colony' (the city Lincoln, from Lindon + colonia)Medium

In 30 seconds: Presidential and bold: Linkoln spells Lincoln — 'the lake colony' (President Abraham Lincoln) — with a K. Strong, distinguished, and modern.
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Origin MediumLatin, English
MeaningK-spelling of Lincoln — from Latin/Brittonic 'lake colony' (the city Lincoln, from Lindon + colonia)
U.S. rank (2025)#5748 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 606

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201720032025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Linkoln is a K-spelling of Lincoln — from the English city, 'lake colony' (Brittonic lindon, 'pool', plus Latin colonia). Honored through President Abraham Lincoln, it's a strong, distinguished name; the K-styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Lincoln. Rare, lake-colony at the root, and distinguished.

Did you know? Lincoln, the English city, means 'lake colony' (Brittonic lindon, 'pool', plus Latin colonia) — President Abraham Lincoln made it iconic; Linkoln gives it a K.
Overall data confidence 72%
Behind the Name — Lincoln — root etymology

Variations

LincolnLinkonLincon

Nicknames

Link

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If you like Linkoln…

Lincoln— the standard spelling
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Linkoln mean?

Linkoln spells Lincoln — 'lake colony' (the English city; President Lincoln).

How do you pronounce Linkoln?

It's said LINK-ən /ˈlɪŋ.kən/ — two syllables, stress on the first (the second l is silent).

Is Linkoln a boy or girl name?

Linkoln is a boy's name.

How popular is Linkoln?

Linkoln is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Lincoln is more common.

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