Lynx

At a Glance

Meaning

The lynx, a sharp-eyed wildcat

Origin

Latin (from Greek lynx)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

LINKSListen

Lynx is pronounced LINKS, and it takes its name from the lynx, the sharp-eyed wildcat. The name is Latin, borrowed from the Greek word lynx. It's short, one syllable, and ends on a crisp x.

Meaning & Origin of Lynx

Meaning: The lynx, a sharp-eyed wildcat.

Origin: Latin (from Greek lynx).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Lynx

Popularity of Lynx

Lynx ranked #2268 in 2024, with 63 babies given the name that year. That's both its latest and its highest rank in the 2008-2024 data, so it's at its peak right now.

Names Like Lynx

These names have followed a similar path to Lynx in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Eliyana
• Hensley
• Lukah
• Kenzley
• Octavian
• Dayla

FAQ

What does the name Lynx mean?

The lynx, a sharp-eyed wildcat. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Lynx?

Lynx is pronounced LINKS (IPA: /lɪŋks/).

Is Lynx a popular name right now?

Lynx is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #2268 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2008–2024.)

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