Lincoln
Town by the lake — a boy name of English origin
Popularity of Lincoln in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Lincoln
Lincoln is an English surname and place name derived from the ancient city of Lincoln in England, whose name comes from the Brythonic Celtic "Lindon" meaning "lake" or "pool," combined with the Latin "colonia" meaning "colony" or "settlement." The city was an important Roman settlement called Lindum Colonia. As a given name, Lincoln is indelibly associated with Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States who led the nation through the Civil War and abolished slavery. The name conveys leadership, integrity, and strength, qualities that have driven its steady rise in modern baby name charts.
Lincoln Around the World
Lincoln is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Lincoln
Famous People Named Lincoln
- Abraham Lincoln — 16th President of the United States
- Lincoln Steffens — American investigative journalist and muckraker
- Lincoln Burrows — protagonist of the television series Prison Break
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Lincoln mean?
Lincoln is a boy name of English origin meaning "Town by the lake." Lincoln is an English surname and place name derived from the ancient city of Lincoln in England, whose name comes from the Brythonic Celtic "Lindon" meaning "lake" or "pool," combined with the Latin "colonia" meaning "colony" or "settlement." The city was an important Roman settlement called Lindum Colonia.
How do you pronounce Lincoln?
Lincoln is pronounced LINK-un. Common variations include Lincon, Linkoln, Lincolne.
Is Lincoln a boy name?
Yes, Lincoln is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Linc, Link, Linky.
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