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Linnea

Linnea is a girl name of Swedish origin, meaning The twinflower, named for Carl Linnaeus.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginSwedish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#1,414

What does Linnea mean?

The twinflower, named for Carl Linnaeus

How popular is Linnea?

Linnea has been given to 9,241 babies in the United States since 1894, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 13,306 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Linnea per year in the United States, 1894–2020. Source: Social Security Administration
9,241 Babies named since 1894
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Linnea

What does the name Linnea mean?

Linnea means The twinflower, named for Carl Linnaeus. It is of Swedish origin.

Is Linnea a boy's or a girl's name?

Linnea is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Linnea?

Linnea has been given to 9,241 babies in the United States since 1894, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.