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.”
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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 notesIn plain EnglishAn English surname, occasionally used as a first name.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Lymans
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_____ Hall was one of the signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
Etymology
Comes 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.
