Lyn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Lyn Name at a Glance

Name	Lyn
Meaning	Diminutive of Llewellyn: Leader. Lion-like.
Origin	Welsh
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Lyn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lyn means “Diminutive of Llewellyn: Leader. Lion-like”. 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.

Lyn Name Origin

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

Is Lyn a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Lyn

When considering Lyn 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.