Masculine dossier · first seen 2008
Lynx
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2024
Peak births
63
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Lynx
How many people are named Lynx?
An estimated 405 living Americans are named Lynx.
How rare is Lynx?
Lynx is very rare among babies today, with 45 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 28.6% from its 2024 peak.
How old is the typical Lynx?
The median age of a living American named Lynx is approximately 4 years, with most bearers falling between 2 and 8 years old.
Is Lynx still popular?
Yes — Lynx is currently rising in popularity, with 45 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 7.3× higher than the previous decade.
2008Peak 20242025
Peak year
2024
Decline from peak
28.6%
2025
45
All-time
408