Origin and History of LYNN

History:

The surname Lynn is an English and Scottish name derived from the Old English words lind or linn, which mean “pool” or “lake.”
The name was first found in various parts of England and Scotland in the Middle Ages. It was also used as a nickname for someone who lived near a lake or pool.

Description:

In Scotland, the surname Lynn was most common in the counties of Lanarkshire, Ayrshire and Renfrewshire. In England, it was most common in the counties of Lancashire, Essex and Yorkshire.
There are many variations of the name Lynn, such as Lynne, Lin, Linn, Linns, and Linnett.
Other variations of the name Lynn include Lyne, Linns, Lyn, Line, and Linnett.