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GirlPronounced English /lɪ.ˈnɛt/French language family

Lynette

Form of Lynet used by Alfred Tennyson in his 1872 poem Gareth and Lynette.

Quick answer

Lynette is a girl name.

Pronunciation: English /lɪ.ˈnɛt/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationEnglish /lɪ.ˈnɛt/
Language familyFrench

Meaning and history

Form of Lynet used by Alfred Tennyson in his 1872 poem Gareth and Lynette. According to Tennyson, Gareth and Lynette were eventually married. In modern times it is also regarded as a diminutive of Lynn.

Notes and context

Usage: english, arthurian cycle