Lindsey Unisex

Popularity: #770 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

English; Scottish

Meaning

English: island of linden trees; Scottish: from the linden tree

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Lindsey originated as a surname in England, derived from a place name meaning 'island of linden trees.' It became popular as a given name for girls in the 20th century. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting its adaptability. Lindsey has also been associated with both English and Scottish heritage.

Trend Summary

Lindsey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.

Similar Names

Kendall, Sydney, Casey, Riley, Bailey, Hayley, Carly, Mackenzie

Variants

  • Lindsey
  • Lyndsey
  • Lindsay

International Variants

  • Lindsay (English)
  • Lindsey (English)

Famous people named Lindsey

Lindsey Lohan is an American actress and singer known for her roles in films such as 'Mean Girls.'.

Lindsey Vonn is a retired American alpine ski racer and Olympic gold medalist.

Lindsey Graham is a United States Senator from South Carolina.

Lindsey Stirling is an American violinist and performance artist known for her unique blend of classical and electronic music.

Fictional characters named Lindsey

Lindsey McDonald is a character from the television series 'Angel,' known for being a lawyer at Wolfram & Hart.

Lindsey is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II,' who plays a supporting role in the storyline.

Sibling Suggestions

KelseyMeganAshleyTaylorBrittanyJordan

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lindsey was first seen in the United States in 1924. Lindsey has ranked as high as #80 nationally which occurred in 1984 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Lindsey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lindsey (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 20
16%
TX 18
14%
OH 11
9%
NY 9
7%
PA 9
7%
TN 9
7%
GA 8
6%
IN 8
6%
FL 7
6%
MD 7
6%
NC 7
6%
AZ 6
5%
UT 6
5%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19245
19377
19405
19418
19427
19446
194511
194620
194733
194824
194947
195051
195151
195266
195353
195471
195543
195666
195784
195865
195952
196041
196170
196245
196357
196447
196542
196641
196754
196856
196968
197070
197169
197275
1973101
1974234
1975361
1976873
19771,381
19781,812
19792,758
19803,386
19814,863
19827,961
19838,679
19849,006
19858,468
19868,051
19877,457
19887,001
19897,069
19906,782
19916,459
19925,894
19935,845
19944,988
19954,377
19964,112
19973,636
19983,465
19993,417
20003,211
20013,050
20022,816
20032,540
20042,255
20052,094
20061,886
20071,555
20081,227
20091,010
2010803
2011647
2012579
2013504
2014534
2015476
2016364
2017315
2018323
2019276
2020244
2021195
2022181
2023179
2024180