Lynn
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Origin of the name Lynn:
Transferred use of a British place-name which is derived from the Welsh llyn (lake). It is also thought to have originated as a short form of Lynnette, a name of several derivations, or of Linda (beautiful, tender). Alternatively, Lynn is a short form of the various names containing the element lyn(n) or line.
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Boring first name but great middle name!
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My middle name is Lynn, and I love it (Bailey Lynn). I'm also giving it to my daughter as her middle name (Naiomi Katja Lynn). I think its pretty, simple, and sweet.
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Lynn Abbey, American author
Lynn Collins, American actress
Lynn Davies, Welsh athlete
Lynn Redgrave, English actress
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