Lindsay
Lindsay is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Island of linden trees or wetland of Lincoln.
Origin and history
Lindsay originated as a Scottish surname derived from the place name Lindsey in Lincolnshire, England. Historically used as a masculine name in Britain and North America, it experienced a major rise as a female name in the late 20th century. Today, male usage in the United States is uncommon but established.
Popularity in the United States
5,136 babies in the United States have been named Lindsay since 1880. It ranks #1707 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1920.
States where it is most popular
- NC (26.7 %)
- CA (18.4 %)
- NY (9.1 %)
- SC (6.8 %)
- VA (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 62 |
| 1890-1900 | 83 |
| 1900-1910 | 89 |
| 1910-1920 | 304 |
| 1920-1930 | 457 |
| 1930-1940 | 397 |
| 1940-1950 | 498 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,047 |
| 1960-1970 | 814 |
| 1970-1980 | 408 |
| 1980-1990 | 658 |
| 1990-2000 | 212 |
| 2000-2010 | 71 |
| 2010-2019 | 29 |
| 2020-2029 | 7 |
Famous people named Lindsay
- Lindsay Anderson: Director, Film Critic
- Lindsay Hoyle: Politician, Speaker of the House
Nicknames
Linds, Lin
Fun facts
- The name stems from Lindsey, an ancient kingdom and district in Lincolnshire, England.
- In Scotland, Lindsay is a well-known historic clan with roots tracing back to the 12th century.