Lynette

Lynette is a feminine first name that originates from English. It was originally used by Alfred Lord Tennyson in his poem 'Gareth and Lynette' as a literary variant of the Celtic name Luned, which is a side form of Eluned and goes back to Eiluned. Translated, the name means 'the idol', 'the model', or 'the image'.

What does the name Lynette mean?

The name Lynette has its roots in English and is a variation of the old Celtic name Luned, a variant of Eluned that goes back to Eiluned. Its direct translation includes terms like 'the idol', 'the model', and 'the image'. The origin can also be traced back to the Old Welsh word eilun, meaning 'the image', 'the likeness', or 'the idol'. Today, Lynette is often regarded as a pet form of Lynn, complemented by the French suffix '-ette'. In this context, the name can also take on the meanings 'the lake', 'the mild', 'the friendly', and 'the gentle'. The origin lies either in the Old Welsh llyn for 'the lake' or in the Old High German lind for 'mild', 'soft', 'supple', 'delicate', 'gentle', and 'friendly'. Variants include Lynet, Lynett, Lynnette, Lynetta, Linet, Linette, Linett, Linnet, Linnette, Lanette, Lanetta, and Laneta.

How do you pronounce Lynette?

The pronunciation of Lynette is clear and two-syllable. The name is pronounced as 'Ly-net-te' [lɪˈnɛt] or [liˈnɛt], with a bright I sound opening the name. The second syllable is stressed and has a short E, which sets a distinctive accent. The final hard T gives the name a concise note. Lynette thus radiates modernity and structure, appearing friendly, clear, and rhythmic.

When is the name day of Lynette?

The name day for Lynette is celebrated on January 14 and October 29.

Popularity

In Germany, Lynette is among the sought-after female first names. Currently, it ranks 2,358th on the list of most common baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2010 at 1,015th place. Over the last ten years, Lynette has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,061st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,443rd on the list.

Nicknames & pet names

Lynne / Lynni / Netti

Famous people

• Charlène Lynette Grimaldi (Princess of Monaco)
• Lynette Burger (South African cyclist)
• Lynette Chico (actress from America)
• Lynette Cook (cricketer from Australia)
• Lynette Davies (English actress)
• Lynette Hemmant (artist from Great Britain)
• Lynette Jansen van Vuuren (South African cyclist)
• Lynette Lancini (Australian composer)
• Lynette Lim (American swimmer)
• Lynette Loeppky (American writer)
• Lynette McClements (Australian swimmer)
• Lynette Mettey (American actress)
• Lynette Roberts (Argentinian poet)
• Lynette Scavo (series 'Desperate Housewives')
• Lynette Washington (American singer)
• Lynette Woodard (American basketball player)
• Lynette Yiadom-Boakye (English artist)