Lindsey
boy nameLindsey entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #451 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#451
peak (1886)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #598 |
| 1890s | #665 |
| 1900s | #643 |
| 1910s | #729 |
| 1920s | #885 |
| 1930s | #823 |
| 1940s | #754 |
| 1950s | #621 |
| 1960s | #756 |
| 1970s | #1013 |
| 1980s | #892 |
| 1990s | #2241 |
| 2000s | #5391 |
| 2010s | #8609 |
| 2020s | #9242 |
Living bearers
About 4,700 people named Lindsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lindsey alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lindsey most popular?
- Lindsey peaked in 1886, reaching #451 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lindsey with classmates?
- Lindsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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