Holding steady.
Popularity of Amylynn since 1972
Babies named Amylynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 73 |
| 1980s | 83 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Amylynn is a modern compound name that emerged in the United States in the early 1970s, a period when blended names like Amylynn gained some popularity. It first appeared in Social Security records in 1972 and reached its peak usage in 1975, though it never entered the top 1000 names nationally. The name combines the beloved classic Amy with the nature-infused Lynn, reflecting a trend toward creating unique, melodic names for girls. Despite its obscurity, Amylynn has remained steadily in use over the decades, with the latest recorded births in 2025. Its rarity means it has no strong association with any particular state or region, and it has seen a stable trajectory rather than a revival.
Amylynn is a modern compound name, blending the names Amy and Lynn. Amy is derived from the Old French name Amée, meaning 'beloved', while Lynn originates from a Welsh word for 'lake' or 'waterfall'. The combined name first appeared in U.S. records in 1972, with a peak in popularity in 1975, reflecting a trend for hyphenated or merged names in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amy, Lynn, Ami
Variants: Amy Lynn, Amy-Lynn
Sibling names for Amylynn
Names that share Amylynn's style, for a brother or sister.
