Lindsay
girl name#2194 in 2025Lindsay entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #36 in 1983, ranks #2194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#2194
rank today
#36
peak (1983)
84
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3919 |
| 1920s | #4238 |
| 1930s | #3319 |
| 1940s | #1939 |
| 1950s | #1028 |
| 1960s | #1476 |
| 1970s | #673 |
| 1980s | #48 |
| 1990s | #116 |
| 2000s | #287 |
| 2010s | #914 |
| 2020s | #1853 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lindsay has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 127,000 people named Lindsay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lindsay alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lindsay in 2025?
- Lindsay ranks #2194 among US girl names in 2025, with 84 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lindsay most popular?
- Lindsay peaked in 1983, reaching #36 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lindsay with classmates?
- Lindsay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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