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Lynn

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A name meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall'. (English)

What does Lynn mean?

English: A name meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall'.. Lynn is derived from the Welsh word 'llyn', meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall', and is used as both a first name and surname.

Is Lynn a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.

Lynn in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Lynn in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Lynn suit?

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Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Lynn’s Daycare Verdict

As Lynn joins us for breakfast, I’m wondering if she’ll bring the calm of a tranquil lake or the splash of a playful waterfall. Either way, I’m ready for a refreshing start to my day!

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