Riverlynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Riverlynn is a modern English name derived from the words 'river' and 'Lynn'. It represents water-related imagery and has evolved from historical forms associated with water. The name carries a serene and natural quality, with no direct biblical connections, and has become popular in recent years as part of a trend towards nature-inspired names.
The name Riverlynn is most popular in Missouri, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Riverlynn has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Riverlynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2776th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Riverlynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Riverlynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɪvərlɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Riverlynn is a modern name that combines 'River', referring to a flowing body of water, and 'Lynn', which is of Welsh origin meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall'. The combination evokes imagery of natural water bodies.
Meaning
water, lake, flowing body of water
Language Evolution
River, Rivere, Rivier, Lynn, Llyn
Historical Usage
Riverlynn is a contemporary name that has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of the trend for nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Riv, Lynn, Rivlyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Riverlynn is perceived as a whimsical and nature-inspired name, often associated with tranquility and beauty, appealing to parents looking for unique and modern names.
Explore More Riverlynn Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Riverlynn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Riverlynn"
"Riverlynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2776th of 30306 | 742 |
Regional Popularity of "Riverlynn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Riverlynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.02% 1913th/3984 |
92.78% 4163rd/4487 |
29.74% 2029th/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Riverlynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Riverlynn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.