Names Starting With L
BoyEnglish#28 in 2025
Lincoln
Lincoln is a boys' name of English origin meaning “lake colony or settlement by the pool.” It ranked #28 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
LINK-un
meaning & origin
The name Lincoln means “lake colony or settlement by the pool.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Derived from the English city Lincoln, from Latin 'Lindum Colonia' meaning lake colony. The name surged in American popularity as a tribute to President Abraham Lincoln, who remains an enduring symbol of integrity.
popularity over time
#352020
#332021
#312022
#302023
#282024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #28 |
| 2023 | #30 |
| 2022 | #31 |
| 2021 | #33 |
| 2020 | #35 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Lincoln
- Abraham Lincoln (16th U.S. President)
- Lincoln Center (arts complex)
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