Lindy Unisex

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationLIN-dee / ˈlɪn.di

English; diminutive of Linda

Meaning

beautiful; pretty

Historical & Cultural Background

Lindy is often considered a diminutive form of the name Linda, which gained popularity in the 20th century. The name Linda has roots in Spanish and is derived from the word 'linda,' meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful.' Lindy has been used as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is also associated with the Lindy Hop, a dance style that originated in the 1920s.

Trend Summary

Lindy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

LindenLindsayLyndonLyndseyLindellLindonLynx

Variants

  • Lind
  • Lindy

International Variants

  • Lind (German)
  • Linda (Spanish)
  • Lindie (English)

Famous people named Lindy

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Fictional characters named Lindy

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lindy was first seen in the United States in 1923. Lindy has ranked as high as #661 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Texas, Oklahoma, Illinois, California, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Lindy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lindy (1958)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19235
19246
192510
192629
1927235
1928177
192984
193064
193148
193240
193318
193423
193524
19368
193711
19387
193915
194018
194117
194212
194315
194415
194510
194627
194727
194822
194939
195043
195139
195236
195342
195433
195536
195623
195746
195848
195937
196039
196138
196225
196317
196413
196525
196617
196711
196810
196912
197015
19715
197210
197312
19748
19757
19766
197714
197810
19798
19807
19816
19827
19838
19847
198510
19876
19885
19895
19916
19945
20007
20126