How Many People Are Named Lyncoln?
Complete statistics for the name Lyncoln: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Lyncoln is a very rare name for boys, with only 633 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 521,175 Americans. This name peaked in popularity in 2015 with 66 births, showing it's still on the rise and favored among younger parents.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents adaptability and freedom.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 9All 638 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2015Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Lyncoln Through the Generations
Lyncoln stands out as a name that's truly modern, with all 638 individuals under 30 years old, indicating its recent surge in popularity. The name reached its peak in 2015 with 66 births, suggesting it's part of a newer generation of names gaining traction. With an average age of 9, Lyncoln continues to be a popular choice for parents looking for something unique yet strong.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Lyncoln's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Lyncoln
How Many People Have the Name Lyncoln?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 633 people in the United States currently share the name Lyncoln. That works out to roughly 1 in every 521,175 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Lyncoln a Common or Rare Name?
Lyncoln is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Lyncoln Mean?
Lyncoln means "creative variant of Lincoln" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Lyncoln in SSA data, approximately 70% are male and 30% are female.
When Was Lyncoln Most Popular?
The name Lyncoln reached peak popularity in 2015, with 66 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Lyncoln?
Approximately 633 people named Lyncoln live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 638. That works out to roughly 1 in 521,175 Americans.
Is Lyncoln a rare name?
Lyncoln is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 521,175 Americans has this name.
What does the name Lyncoln mean?
Lyncoln means "creative variant of Lincoln" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Lyncoln more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 70% of people named Lyncoln are male and 30% are female.
When was Lyncoln most popular?
Lyncoln peaked in 2015 with 66 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.