Flynn is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #3325 in 1998 with 23 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 418 births ranking #653. In 1998, approximately 1 in every 83,101 boys born was named Flynn. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Flynn is an Irish surname name usually linked with a ruddy or reddish colouring. It feels brisk, lively, and very current while still carrying recognisable Celtic roots.
The name entered modern use through surname tradition and gained momentum because it sounds energetic without being overdone. It sits naturally beside other short Irish-style favourites.