Lynx
Boy nameLynx has been given to 473 babies in the U.S. since 2008. It peaked in 2023.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
473
Peak year
2023 (71 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2008
10-year trend
▲ +165%
Gender split
14% girls / 86% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lynx — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lynx.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lynx?
Lynx has been given to 473 babies in the U.S. since 2008. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lynx peak?
Lynx peaked in 2023, when 71 babies were given the name.
Is Lynx a girl or boy name?
Lynx is primarily a boy name (86% of babies named Lynx are boys).
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