Declining since 2014, #2,751 for girls today.
Popularity of Annalynn since 1980
Babies named Annalynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 253 |
| 2010s | 880 |
| 2020s | 389 |
Meaning & origin
Annalynn first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1980, a relative newcomer among given names. It reached its peak popularity in 2013, ranking 2,751 that year before beginning a steady decline. By 2025, it had fallen to the same rank (2,751) with an incidence of roughly 1 in 25,924 births, indicating a consistent but low-level usage. The name is most popular in Indiana, where it appears with greater frequency. Annalynn belongs to the 2010s naming trend that favored fanciful compound names blending classic elements. Its trajectory shows a slow but definite retreat from its earlier peak, making it a distinctive choice that is becoming less common.
Annalynn is a modern compound name, blending the classic Anna, derived from the Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace,' with the popular name element Lynn, which originates from an English surname meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' This type of hyphenated or combined name became fashionable in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Where Annalynn is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Annie, Anna, Lynnie, Ann
Sibling names for Annalynn
Names that share Annalynn's style, for a brother or sister.
