Lindley
boy nameLindley entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #978 in 1895, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1895–2025
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rank today
#978
peak (1895)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #978 |
| 1900s | #1253 |
| 1910s | #2118 |
| 1920s | #2573 |
| 1930s | #2435 |
| 1940s | #2345 |
| 1950s | #2679 |
| 1960s | #3014 |
| 1970s | #5045 |
| 1980s | #7072 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Lindley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lindley alive today was born around 1938, making them about 87 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lindley in 2025?
- Lindley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lindley most popular?
- Lindley peaked in 1895, reaching #978 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lindley with classmates?
- Lindley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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