Flint

At a Glance

Meaning

A hard stone historically used for tool-making and striking sparks to start fires; used as a transferred word/surname name.

Origin

English

Gender

Primarily used for boys

Pronunciation

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Flint takes its name straight from the stone itself — the hard rock once used for making tools and striking sparks to start a fire. It's an English-origin word name, so instead of carrying a soft or poetic meaning, it points to something sturdy and practical. U.S. birth records have tracked it as a given name since 1913, making it a long-standing, if uncommon, choice.

Meaning & Origin of Flint

Meaning: A hard stone historically used for tool-making and striking sparks to start fires; used as a transferred word/surname name..

Origin: English.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Flint

Popularity of Flint

Flint hit its high point in 1959, ranking #764 with 100 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #1970 with just 79 babies, making it a fairly rare choice today.

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FAQ

What does the name Flint mean?

A hard stone historically used for tool-making and striking sparks to start fires; used as a transferred word/surname name.. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Flint?

Flint is pronounced FLINT (IPA: /flɪnt/).

Is Flint a popular name right now?

Flint peaked at #764 in 1959 and is ranked #1970 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2024.)

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