At a glance
- In short
- Linward is a unique and strong name for baby boys with English origins, pronounced as LIN-werd (/lɪnwərd/). It's also spelled as Lynward.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1959 (#3,290)
- Babies in 1959
- 7 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #2,522 in 1928
- First recorded
- 1917
Meaning of Linward
Linward is a unique and strong name for baby boys. It has English origins and is pronounced as LIN-werd (/lɪnwərd/). The name Linward is also sometimes spelled as Lynward. In the United States, it has been given to a small number of newborn boys over the years. While it may not be a common choice, this can make it an appealing option for parents who are seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their son.
How to pronounce Linward
English
- Pronounced LIN-werd /lɪnwərd/
Popularity of Linward in the U.S.
Linward was last recorded in the U.S. in 1959, ranked #3,290 with 7 babies. It peaked at #2,522 in 1928. It first appears in the records in 1917.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1917–1959 9 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 7 | 3,290 | back (not recorded in 1953–1958) |
| 1952 | 7 | 3,095 | back (not recorded in 1951) |
| 1950 | 5 | 3,681 | back (not recorded in 1949) |
| 1948 | 6 | 3,316 | back (not recorded in 1944–1947) |
| 1943 | 7 | 2,964 | back (not recorded in 1941–1942) |
| 1940 | 6 | 3,130 | back (not recorded in 1934–1939) |
| 1933 | 5 | 3,642 | back (not recorded in 1929–1932) |
| 1928 | 11 | 2,522 | back (not recorded in 1918–1927) |
| 1917 | 5 | 3,981 | new |