Linsey
Pronunciation: [ l-IHNZ-ee ]
Linsey is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,681 in the US, popular nicknames include Lin, Liy, and Linie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Linsey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 112 babies have been named Linsey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Linsey is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,681 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,681
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Linsey is also used as a girl name, ranked #36652.
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About the Name Linsey
Linsey is a boy name .
Is Linsey a boy or girl name? Linsey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,681 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,652. Linsey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Linsey is currently ranked #26,681 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Linsey include Lin, Liy, Linie, and Linsie. 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