Flynn

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Flynn is an boy name of Irish origin, meaning “Son of the ruddy one”.

MeaningSon of the ruddy one
GenderBoy
OriginIrish
PronunciationFLIN
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inIreland, United Kingdom, Australia, United States

Meaning and origin of Flynn

Flynn comes from the Irish surname Ó Floinn, 'descendant of Flann', with flann meaning 'red' or 'ruddy'. It is a common surname in Ireland. As a first name it became more popular through the actor Errol Flynn and later the character Flynn Rider in Disney's Tangled. It is short and energetic.

Is Flynn a religious name?

Flynn has no religious background; it is an Irish surname name.

How popular is Flynn?

Moderately popular in the UK and Australia.

Gifts with the name Flynn

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Spellings and variants of Flynn

FlinnFlin

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Flynn mean?

Flynn means 'Son of the ruddy one'. It is of Irish origin.

Does Flynn have a religious meaning?

Flynn has no religious background; it is an Irish surname name.

How do you pronounce Flynn?

Flynn is pronounced FLIN.

Is Flynn a boy or girl name?

Flynn is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.