Declining since 2018.
Popularity of Klynn since 1955
Babies named Klynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 141 |
| 2000s | 190 |
| 2010s | 432 |
| 2020s | 96 |
Meaning & origin
Klynn is a rare and modern-sounding name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1955. While it has never entered the top 1000, its usage has shown a slight upward trend, peaking in 2019. After 2018, the name has been on a declining trajectory. As of 2025, it remains uncommon, with no top state concentrations. The name likely emerged as a creative respelling of Lynn, influenced by the popularity of 'K' names. Parents drawn to Klynn may appreciate its distinctive yet familiar feel, though its rarity means it stands out.
Klynn appears to be a modern spelling variant of the name Lynn, which itself derives from a Welsh place name or English surname. The spelling with a 'K' may have been influenced by names like Kylie or Kaylyn. It has been in sporadic use in the United States since the 1950s, with its highest recorded usage in 2019.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Lynn, Klin, Clynn
Sibling names for Klynn
Names that share Klynn's style, for a brother or sister.
