Lyndsey: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: lynds-ehy
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A variant of the popular name Lindsay

Lyndsey is a variant of the popular name Lindsay, which originated from the Old English toponym Lindesege, meaning ‘Island of Lind. ’ Initially, it was a Scottish surname and later became a popular feminine name in Britain. In the mid-20th century, it was adopted as a feminine name in the United States. The name has several variants, including Lynsey, and Lyndsea. It is commonly used as a first name and exudes a sense of calm and pleasantness, representing nature and giving a peaceful vibe.

Lyndsey Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Lyndsey is currently #4571 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Lyndsey is currently #2562 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Lyndsey is currently #2212 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Lyndsey is currently #1217 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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