Indy
Indy is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Land of the Indians, independent, or short form of Indiana.
Origin and history
Indy is an English name often derived as a diminutive of Indiana, India, or Independent, or used directly as a modern place-inspired name related to Indianapolis or the state of Indiana. It has experienced a rapid rise in popularity in the United States in recent years as a fresh, modern choice. The name gained widespread cultural recognition through the fictional character Indiana 'Indy' Jones.
Popularity in the United States
2,329 babies in the United States have been named Indy since 1880. It ranks #3650 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #916.
States where it is most popular
- UT (14.8 %)
- CA (13.1 %)
- TX (10.3 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- OH (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 23 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 38 |
| 1980-1990 | 20 |
| 1990-2000 | 42 |
| 2000-2010 | 105 |
| 2010-2019 | 475 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,626 |
Famous people named Indy
- Indy Feek: Public figure
Fun facts
- Over 60% of all recorded U.S. births for females named Indy have occurred since 2020.
- The nickname became famous worldwide through the film character Indiana 'Indy' Jones.