Lynea is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse word 'lynr' which means 'shining, radiant.' It is a feminine given name that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The name Lynea experienced fluctuating popularity over the years, with peaks of up to 14 births in a single year (1990) and lows of as few as 5 births (seen multiple times). The most popular decade for this name was the 1980s and early 1990s, with several years exceeding 10 births. However, overall, Lynea has been a relatively uncommon name throughout history, with a total of 383 births recorded over these years.