Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 06, 2024

Pennylynn

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: Welsh

Meaning: Of Penny; Web, thread, weft; Face; Eye; Of Lynn; Lake, pool

Pennylynn is an adorable feminine name that might just weave its way into your heart. If you’re a fan of names that end with Lynn but are looking for something a little more unique, you’ll love Pennylynn! Baby may also enjoy telling people that they don’t just have one name; they have two! A combination of Penny, a shortened form of Penelope, and Lynn, Pennylynn carries plenty of meanings in its nine letters. Penny derives from the Greek word penelops, meaning “web,” “thread,” “weft,” “face,” or “eye,” a reminder that you and Pennylynn will be linked together for a lifetime. Lynn has English and Welsh origins and means “lake” or “pool,” so perhaps baby will be born ready to dive into all of their endeavors.