name

Lyman

LEYE-muhn

Lyman (name) means a surname and, less commonly, a male given name. Example: “Lyman Hall was one of the signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.”

name

A surname and, less commonly, a male given name.

"Lyman Hall was one of the signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence."

How to use Lyman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn English surname, occasionally used as a first name.

Word forms

Lymans plural

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_____ Hall was one of the signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.

Etymology

From Ukrainian Лима́н (Lymán).

Rhymes for Lyman

layman Cayman bogeyman handyman everyman ferryman candyman clergyman countryman highwayman assemblyman

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Lyman” mean?

The word “Lyman” means a surname and, less commonly, a male given name. In plain terms, an English surname, occasionally used as a first name.

How do you pronounce “Lyman”?

“Lyman” is pronounced LEYE-muhn (/ˈlaɪ.mən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Lyman” in a sentence?

Here is “Lyman” used in a sentence: “Lyman Hall was one of the signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.”

What part of speech is “Lyman”?

“Lyman” is a name.