"place of linden trees"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Lindsey
Pronunciation: [ l-IHNDZ-ee ]
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A classic English surname name rooted in linden trees
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The Story of Lindsey
Lindsey is an English surname turned given name, derived from Lincolnshire's historical name Lindisse or Lindeseig, meaning Lincoln's island or island of linden trees. The linden tree (lime tree) was sacred in many European cultures, associated with protection and feminine virtues. The name transferred from a Scottish and English surname to a popular given name in the mid-20th century.
Lindsey (and its variant Lindsay) peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1980s and early 1990s, part of a wave of surname names that became fashionable for girls. It is now associated with Generation X and early Millennials and has declined in use, though it remains familiar.
Lindsey Buckingham's role in Fleetwood Mac and Lindsay Lohan's early career kept the name in public consciousness at different points. The Lindsey spelling tends to be slightly rarer than Lindsay.
Historical Record
Lindsey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 157,217 babies have been named Lindsey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lindsey is past its peak , currently ranked #1,283 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The town of Lindsey in Suffolk, England gave its name to the historical Kingdom of Lindsey, one of the early Anglo-Saxon kingdoms
- Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac helped compose some of the best-selling albums of the 1970s-80s
Lindsey in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#1,283
Current Rank
Peaked 1983
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Lindsey
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Lindsey Vonn
Athlete
1984
American alpine ski racer, one of the most decorated skiers of all time with four World Cup titles
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Lindsey Buckingham
Musician
1949
American guitarist and vocalist for Fleetwood Mac, co-wrote classic hits like Go Your Own Way
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,283
- Total SSA Count
- 180
- Cultural Origins
- English American Scottish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Lin
Linds
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lindsey
What does the name Lindsey mean?
"place of linden trees" (from Old English). Lindsey is an English surname turned given name, derived from Lincolnshire's historical name Lindisse or Lindeseig, meaning Lincoln's island or island of linden trees. The linden tree (lime tree) was sacred in many European cultures, associated with protection and feminine virtues. The name transferred from a Scottish and English surname to a popular given name in the mid-20th century.
What is the origin of the name Lindsey?
Lindsey has Old English, English, American, and Scottish origins. In Old English, it means "place of linden trees".
Is Lindsey a boy or girl name?
Lindsey is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1283. As a boy name, it is ranked #13780. Lindsey is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lindsey?
Lindsey is pronounced l-IHNDZ-ee.
How popular is the name Lindsey?
Lindsey is currently ranked #1283 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lindsey?
Common nicknames for Lindsey include Lin and Linds.
What are good middle names for Lindsey?
Popular middle name pairings include Lindsey Marie, Lindsey Ann, Lindsey Kate, Lindsey Grace, Lindsey Renee, Lindsey Nicole, and Lindsey Paige.
What are good sibling names for Lindsey?
Names that pair well with Lindsey as siblings include Ashley, Brittany, Megan, Casey, Tyler, Jordan, and Taylor.
How many syllables does Lindsey have?
Lindsey has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Lindsey a common or rare name?
Lindsey is an uncommon name, ranked #1283 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Lindsey
Lindsey is a girl name with English, American, and Scottish origins . The name means "place of linden trees" in Old English .
Is Lindsey a boy or girl name? Lindsey is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,283 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,780. Lindsey is more commonly used as a girl name.
Lindsey is currently ranked #1,283 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Lindsey has 2 syllables and is pronounced l-IHNDZ-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lindsey include Lin and Linds. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lindsey include Linda, Lindy, Lindsay, Linden . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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