Lynsey
Lynsey is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,513 in the US, popular nicknames include Lyn, Lyy, and Lynie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lynsey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 4,929 babies have been named Lynsey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lynsey is past its peak , currently ranked #23,513 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,513
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Lynsey
Lynsey is a girl name .
Lynsey is currently ranked #23,513 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lynsey include Lyn, Lyy, Lynie, and Lynsie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis