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Linnea

Linnea

Linnea is a name that feels like it straddles the line of being familiar and exotic. Though it might not be the most common name for a baby, it's still delightful to many. Read on to learn more about this lovely name.

Meaning of the name Linnea:

Scandinavian: Lime tree

Origin of the name Linnea:

Linnea is a name of Scandinavian origin that roughly translates as “lime tree”.

Symbolism of the name Linnea:

Linnea is a botanical name that not only symbolizes growth and health, but also color and excitement in the life of the baby.

Style of the name Linnea:

Traditional

Gender of the name Linnea:

Linnea is almost always used as a name for girls.

Pronunciation of the name Linnea:

Lin-NAY-ah

Number of syllables in the name Linnea:

Three

Emotion evoked from the name Linnea:

Linnea typically evokes feelings of happiness and joy in those who see the name.

Alternative spellings for the name Linnea:

  • Lynnea
  • Linea
  • Linnaya

Nicknames for the name Linnea:

Popularity of the name Linnea:

According to the Social Security Association, Linnea last ranked as one of the top one thousand names for baby girls in 1958, at which time it ranked in 987th place. The name was most popular in 1945, at which time it was at 745th place.

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Great middle names for Linnea and their meanings:

Famous people with the name Linnea:

Linneas in popular culture:

  • Linnea Popov (character, Linnea)
  • Linnea (character, Linnea in Monet's Garden)
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