Flynn

/ˈflɪn/

Flynn is an anglicised form of the Irish surname Ó Floinn, meaning “descendant of Flann.” The root flann means “red” or “ruddy,” originally describing someone with red hair.

US Rank 2024

No. 737

Births

351

The surname has been prominent in Ireland for centuries, with the O’Flynn clan based in County Cork. As a given name, Flynn gained traction in the 2000s.

Flynn peaked at No. 653 in 2021 with 418 births. In 2024 it ranks No. 737 with 351 births, pulling back from its recent high.

What the name Flynn means

Swashbuckling actor Errol Flynn gave the surname cinematic glamour. Disney’s Tangled (2010) character Flynn Rider added a charming, adventurous association for younger parents.

One syllable—FLIN—is brisk and confident. The initial fricative and nasal ending give it a quick, Irish lilt that feels both playful and strong.

Parents who choose Flynn value its Irish heritage and brevity. It belongs to the Finn/Flynn/Flint cluster of short, consonant-rich Celtic names.

The Disney connection has given Flynn crossover appeal beyond Irish-heritage families, making it a genuinely mainstream American choice.

US popularity over time

Numerology and symbolism

Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.

F(6) + L(3) + Y(7) + N(5) + N(5) = 26 = 8

Destiny number

8

Ambition

Sum of all letters, reduced to a single digit

Soul urge

0

Idealism

Sum of vowels only - reveals inner desires

Expression

8

Authority

Sum of consonants - how others perceive you

Letters 5

Vowels / consonants 0 / 5

Birthstone Diamond

Lucky color Charcoal

Famous people named Flynn

Flynn Robinson (b. 1941) Professional athlete (1941-2013)

Flynn Ogilvie (b. 1993) Professional athlete (born 1993)

Flynn Downes (b. 1999) Professional athlete (born 1999)

Flynn Cameron (b. 2000) Professional athlete (born 2000)

Flynn Clarke (b. 2002) Professional athlete (born 2002)

Flynn Gower (b. 1972) Public figure (born 1972)

Flynn Adam (b. 1973) Public figure (born 1973)

Flynn Eliadis-Watson (b. 2000) Public figure (born 2000)

Flynn Southam (b. 2005) Public figure (born 2005)

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Boy Irish 1 syllable descendant of the red-haired one

Where it ranks highest

AK No. 191 ME No. 213 NH No. 233 ID No. 288 WI No. 383 PA No. 424 CO No. 445 UT No. 450 AR No. 453 NE No. 460 IA No. 460 NV No. 463 CT No. 480 KY No. 505 OR No. 506 IN No. 521 MA No. 526 KS No. 529 MO No. 606 MN No. 607 MI No. 647 WA No. 653 MD No. 660 NY No. 699 AL No. 721 OH No. 723 OK No. 737 FL No. 757 AZ No. 783 SC No. 786 NC No. 799 CA No. 838 LA No. 850 IL No. 887 NJ No. 930 TN No. 955 VA No. 1109 GA No. 1151 TX No. 1731

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