Lyndsey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lyndsey is an Old English name meaning 'linden island,' derived from the elements referring to a lime tree and a location. Its historical forms include Lindis and Lindsey, evolving into its current form in modern times. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it has no biblical significance. Lyndsey has gained popularity since the late 20th century and is represented by notable individuals in various fields.
The name Lyndsey is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lyndsey has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lyndsey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10692nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1680th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 427th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1003rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4207th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lyndsey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lyndsey"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪndzi/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Lyndsey is derived from the Old English elements 'lind,' meaning 'lime tree,' and 'ey,' meaning 'island' or 'river meadow.' It originally referred to a location near a lime tree.
Meaning
linden island
Language Evolution
Lindis, Lindsey, Lyndsey
Historical Usage
Lyndsey gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of the masculine name Lindsey.
Variants & Derivatives
Lindsey, Lyndsey, Lyndsi, Lyndsee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lyndsey is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Lyndsey Parker, an American journalist and television personality, Lyndsey Scott, an American model and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lyndsey"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lyndsey"
"Lyndsey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10692nd of 16616 | 27 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1680th of 19264 | 912 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 427th of 27321 | 9,197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1003rd of 35406 | 3,846 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4207th of 30306 | 414 |
Regional Popularity of "Lyndsey" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lyndsey" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
36.81% 1081st/2937 |
50.82% 1770th/3483 |
43.23% 1521st/3518 |
35.53% 1437th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
8.77% 323rd/3685 |
10.68% 478th/4475 |
7.62% 396th/5194 |
8.80% 556th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.25% 836th/4582 |
18.86% 974th/5164 |
12.72% 930th/7313 |
19.47% 1453rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
54.51% 3719th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lyndsey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lyndsey" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.