Welsh girl name

Llinos Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Llinos means linnet. From the Welsh word llinos, meaning linnet.

Llinos is the Welsh word for linnet, a small songbird known for its pleasant, tuneful call. Used as a girl's name it carries a sense of music and lightness. The double l is the notable feature: it is pronounced with a breathy sound made by placing the tongue at the roof of the mouth and blowing air around it. That makes it difficult for English speakers but beloved in Wales. It is a rarer choice than Carys or Catrin and fits well with other Welsh nature names.

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Variants of Llinos

LinosLlinus

Llinos popularity: Ireland vs the US

Llinos does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.

Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Llinos mean?

Llinos means "linnet". From the Welsh word llinos, meaning linnet.

How do you pronounce Llinos?

Llinos is pronounced HLIN-oss.

What is the origin of Llinos?

Llinos is a Welsh girl name.

What are other spellings of Llinos?

Other spellings and forms include Linos, Llinus.