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Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Idol; Bird; Lake; Grain of flax

Prepare your little one to fly without wings with the uplifting and unique name Lynette. This beautiful feminine name has both Welsh and French origins. In Wales, it means "idol," stemming from the title Eluned. Lynette is also considered to be a delicate short form of Lynn, also with Welsh roots and signifying “lake.” The moniker may take inspiration from the small finch—linnet—which takes its name from the French term linette, meaning “grain of flax.” There are a variety of other spellings for this high-flying name, including Linette, Linett, and even the adorable nickname Lyn. With a name as heartwarming as this one, your little birdie will surely soar through life with ease and grace.