Will my child share the name Lyndon with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 9 UK babies named Lyndon per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Lyndon in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Lyndon becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Lyndon is declining: down 364 places since 2020, to #2,440 in 2025. It peaked at #467 in 1998.

Is Lyndon a good choice for a distinctive name?

Lyndon is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Lyndon a popular baby name in the United States?

Lyndon does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Lyndon is a distinctive choice, ranked #2440 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Lyndon in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Lyndon

Lyndon has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 846 places in five years. It was most popular in 1998 at #467 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Lyndon is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Lyndon in their class.