Holding steady.
Popularity of Linnae since 1945
Babies named Linnae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 17 |
| 1950s | 71 |
| 1960s | 71 |
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 33 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Linnae is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1945. Its peak year of usage was 1955, during the mid-century when nature-inspired and botanical names were gaining popularity. However, Linnae never entered the top 1000 rankings and has remained a relatively obscure choice. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no significant revival in recent decades. While its etymology is uncertain, it is likely a modern coinage inspired by the Linnaea flower or the Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus. Parents drawn to unique, gently floral names with a Scandinavian flair might consider Linnae as an alternative to the more common Linnea.
Linnae appears to be a modern coinage, likely inspired by the surname Linnaeus (from Carl Linnaeus, the Swedish botanist) or as a variant of Linnea, a name derived from the twinflower Linnaea borealis. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1945 and saw moderate use in the 1950s, peaking in 1955. It is rare today, with no recent rankings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Linn, Nae
Sibling names for Linnae
Names that share Linnae's style, for a brother or sister.
