Lynda

Lynda is considered an English variant of the name Linda, which is a short form of Old High German names ending in "-linda". Examples include Belinda, Ermelinda, and Melinda.

What does the name Lynda mean?

The name Lynda is considered an English spelling of Linda, a shortened form of Old High German names that carry the suffix "-linda". The meaning of the name includes "the gentle", "the friendly", and "the mild". The origin of Lynda can be found in Old High German and derives either from the word lind, meaning "mild", "soft", "supple", "tender", "gentle", and "friendly", or from linta, meaning "the lime tree" and "the lime wood shield". In Spanish-speaking countries, the name is sometimes translated as "the beautiful". Other variants include Elinda and Linde, while similar forms are Linder, Lindita, and Lindis.

Where does the name Lynda come from?

Lynda has its origins in Old High German and is a feminine first name meaning "the gentle".

How do you pronounce Lynda?

The pronunciation of Lynda occurs in two syllables as "Lyn-da" [ˈlɪnda]. The short i sound at the beginning provides a clear and compact start. The nasal connection in the middle gives a gentle structure, while the open ending on -a harmoniously fades out. Lynda conveys a friendly and down-to-earth impression, is clearly structured, and balanced in sound.

When is the name day of Lynda?

The name day for Lynda is celebrated on July 24 and September 15.

Popularity

In Germany, Lynda is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2016, when it reached 3,055th place. In the last ten years, Lynda has been given as a first name about 40 times, which places it 4,479th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,171st.

Nicknames & pet names

Lind / Lindalü / Lindüsi / Linni / Lyn

Similar first names

Famous people

• Lilian Lynda Baron (actress from England)
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• Lynda Day George (actress from the USA)
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• Lynda Goodfriend (American actress)
• Lynda Hull (poet from the USA)
• Lynda Laurence (American singer)
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• Lynda Madaras (writer from America)
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