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Glynn

Gender: Masculine
Language: Welsh
Etymology:
Glyn is a Welsh name, which comes from the Gaelic word “gleann” or “Valley.”

History:
The first name Glynn (and later Glenn), perhaps originated with parents wishing to honor Owain Glÿn Dwr (Owen Glendower), the famous Welsh prince.

Pronunciation: glen, glin

Alternates: Glynn.
English: Glen, Glenn.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
less than 0.004 % named Glynn


Popularity of Glynn:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-1920: N/A
1920-1930: 930th most popular.
1930-1940: 795th most popular.
1940-1950: 803rd most popular.
1950-1960: 718th most popular.
1960-1970: 983rd most popular.
1970-1990: N/A

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