| Meaning | lake colony |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Lincoln |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Lin-coln |
About Lincoln
Lincoln exudes presidential gravitas and intellectual sophistication. Traditionally associated with leadership and integrity, this name has seamlessly transitioned into the realm of gender-neutral and feminine naming. When chosen for a girl, Lincoln makes a bold statement about breaking conventions and embracing strength. The name carries historical weight while feeling completely contemporary, offering depth and substance that will serve your daughter well throughout her life. Lincoln's strong consonants create a sense of stability and determination, qualities that many parents hope to instill in their children. It pairs exceptionally well with softer, more traditionally feminine middle names, creating an interesting balance. The nickname possibilities—Linc or Linnie—provide options for different stages of life and varying levels of formality. Girls named Lincoln often develop strong leadership qualities and aren't intimidated by challenges. The name works across professional and personal contexts, never feeling out of place whether in a boardroom or on a playground.
Variations of Name Lincoln
| Lynken |
| Lyncon |
| Lynkyn |
| Lynkena |
| Lynca |
| Lynka |
Nicknames for Lincoln
| Linc |
| Linnie |
| Lin |
| Coco |
| Linky |
Famous People Named Lincoln
| Lincoln Rhyme | American crime novel protagonist |
| Lincoln Lewis | Australian actress |
| Lincoln Younes | Australian actress |
| Lincoln Palmer | American politician |
| Lincoln Steffens | American journalist |
| Lincoln Kirstein | American writer |
| Lincoln Chase | American songwriter |
| Lincoln Maazel | American actress |
| Lincoln Stedman | American actor |
| Lincoln Thompson | Jamaican reggae artist |
| Lincoln A. Hanks | American academic |
| Lincoln Child | American author |
| Lincoln Highway | American actress |
| Lincoln Hooper | American politician |
| Lincoln Ellsworth | American explorer |
| Lincoln Webb | American football player |
| Lincoln Qvale | American politician |
| Lincoln Davenport | American actor |
| Lincoln Hall | Australian mountaineer |
| Lincoln Hayes | American actor |
Characters Named Lincoln
| Lincoln Smith | Character in a mystery novel series |
| Lincoln Greene | Heroine in a fantasy book series |
| Lincoln Foster | Protagonist in a sci-fi movie |
| Lincoln Adams | Lead character in a romantic comedy film |
| Lincoln James | Detective in a crime TV series |
| Lincoln Stone | Main character in a thriller novel |
| Lincoln Turner | Adventurer in a fantasy book |
| Lincoln Grant | Spy in a spy thriller series |
| Lincoln Carter | Time-traveling protagonist in a sci-fi novel |
| Lincoln Parker | Journalist in a mystery TV show |
| Lincoln Reed | Superheroine in a comic book series |
| Lincoln Williams | Archaeologist in an adventure novel |
| Lincoln Brown | Scientist in a sci-fi movie |
| Lincoln Anderson | Space explorer in a sci-fi book |
| Lincoln Hayes | Character in a drama film |
| Lincoln Fisher | Pirate captain in a fantasy book |
| Lincoln Bennett | Teenage detective in a mystery series |
| Lincoln Martin | Historical figure in a period drama |
| Lincoln Cole | Spy in a thriller novel |
| Lincoln Ross | Cyberpunk heroine in a video game |