Lindsey
Lindsey is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Linn's island or island of lime trees.
Origin and history
Lindsey originated as an English habitational surname referring to the Kingdom of Lindsey in Lincolnshire, derived from Old English roots meaning 'Linn's island' or 'lime tree island'. Originally given primarily to boys, it transitioned into 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 well-known classic name.
Popularity in the United States
157,551 babies in the United States have been named Lindsey since 1880. It ranks #255 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1127.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.2 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- OH (5.1 %)
- FL (4.3 %)
- IL (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 7 |
| 1940-1950 | 161 |
| 1950-1960 | 602 |
| 1960-1970 | 520 |
| 1970-1980 | 7,734 |
| 1980-1990 | 71,940 |
| 1990-2000 | 48,975 |
| 2000-2010 | 21,644 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,823 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,140 |
Famous people named Lindsey
- Lindsey Vonn: alpine skier, athlete
- Lindsey Stirling: musician, violinist
- Lindsey Graham: politician, lawyer
Nicknames
Linds, Lindsie, Linz
Fun facts
- The name originally referred to the ancient Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Lindsey, meaning the region or island of the lime tree.
- Originally used predominantly as a masculine name or surname, Lindsey shifted to a predominantly feminine given name in the U.S. during the late 20th century.