Lindsay
Lindsay is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Linden tree island or marshland of lime trees.
Origin and history
Lindsay originated as a Scottish surname derived from a place name in Lincolnshire, England, meaning 'Lindleese' or 'island of linden trees'. Originally used predominantly as a masculine name, it transitioned to a popular feminine given name in the United States during the late 20th century. Although its usage for newborns has declined significantly in recent years, it remains a familiar American classic.
Popularity in the United States
130,365 babies in the United States have been named Lindsay since 1880. It ranks #311 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1447.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.7 %)
- NY (6.7 %)
- PA (5.9 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
- TX (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 6 |
| 1920-1930 | 19 |
| 1930-1940 | 34 |
| 1940-1950 | 327 |
| 1950-1960 | 948 |
| 1960-1970 | 583 |
| 1970-1980 | 12,358 |
| 1980-1990 | 68,491 |
| 1990-2000 | 31,382 |
| 2000-2010 | 12,262 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,290 |
| 2020-2029 | 665 |
Famous people named Lindsay
- Lindsay Lohan: Actress, Singer
- Lindsay Davenport: Tennis Player, Athlete
- Lindsay Vonn: Skier, Athlete
Nicknames
Linds, Linny, Lindsey
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the region of Lindsey in Lincolnshire, which derives from Old English words for lime or linden trees.
- Historically a traditional Scottish masculine name, Lindsay shifted to become predominantly feminine in the U.S. starting in the mid-20th century.