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Lynn

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. LIN
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Meaning & History

From the name of a town in Norfolk (King's Lynn), derived from Welsh llyn meaning "lake".

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Given Name DescendantsLyn, Lynn, Lynne, Lynna(English)

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lake, Pink Floyd characters, rappers, water
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Entry updated April 16, 2019

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