Lyndall is a unique and distinctive given name of uncertain origin. It gained prominence through its use by notable figures such as Lyndall Gordon, a prominent British biographer and literary critic, who has written extensively on Virginia Woolf among other notable authors. The name Lyndall is often associated with intelligence, creativity, and independence due to these individuals' achievements. However, it's important to note that the name itself does not inherently possess these qualities but rather has been attributed them through the accomplishments of those bearing it. In terms of its sound, Lyndall offers a blend of softness and strength, starting with a lyrical 'ly-' prefix and ending with a confident 'll' sound. It's often considered to have a modern feel while still being timeless due to its lack of association with any specific historical period or cultural trend.
The name Lyndall saw its most popular years between 1915 and 1934, with over a hundred births each year within this period. The peak occurred in 1915 with 17 births. After the 1930s, there was a significant decline in popularity, with fewer than ten births per year from 1940 onwards. The name was still used occasionally up until the mid-1960s, but it became quite rare after that time. Overall, over the course of these statistics, Lyndall was given to 609 newborn girls.