Girl · 1624th of 27,321
Lindsy
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,158
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1982
Peak Popularity Year
129
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Lindsy stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Lindsy is derived from Old English elements meaning 'lime tree island'. It evolved from place names and has variants like Lindsey and Lyndsey. The name is associated with a friendly image and gained traction in the late 20th century, with no biblical significance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪndzi/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Lindsy is derived from the Old English elements 'lind', meaning 'lime tree', and 'ey', meaning 'island' or 'water meadow'. It originally referred to a place name in England.
Meaning
lime tree island
Language Evolution
Lindsey, Lyndsey, Lindsy
Historical Usage
Lindsy gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the more common Lindsey.
Variants & Derivatives
Lindsey, Lyndsey, Lyndsey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lindsy is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Famous People
Lindsy Van Zandt, an American actress, Lindsy R. Kutz, a known author
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 129 peak births in 1982
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 34 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4332nd of 19264 | 215 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1624th of 27321 | 1,385 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4646th of 35406 | 460 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11564th of 30306 | 93 |