Lindsey
girl name#1367 in 2025Lindsey entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #35 in 1983, ranks #1367 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1924–2025
#1367
rank today
#35
peak (1983)
161
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5061 |
| 1930s | #3434 |
| 1940s | #2798 |
| 1950s | #1307 |
| 1960s | #1591 |
| 1970s | #724 |
| 1980s | #47 |
| 1990s | #74 |
| 2000s | #179 |
| 2010s | #658 |
| 2020s | #1246 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lindsey has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 154,000 people named Lindsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lindsey alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lindsey in 2025?
- Lindsey ranks #1367 among US girl names in 2025, with 161 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lindsey most popular?
- Lindsey peaked in 1983, reaching #35 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lindsey with classmates?
- Lindsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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