Flynn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Flynn Name at a Glance

Name	Flynn
Meaning	Son of a red-haired man. Surname.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Flynn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Flynn means “Son of a red-haired man. Surname”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Flynn Name Origin

Our database records Flynn under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Flynn a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Flynn is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Flynn

When considering Flynn for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.