Lindy
girl name#1592 in 2025Lindy entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #586 in 1979, ranks #1592 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1885–2025
#1592
rank today
#586
peak (1979)
131
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1047 |
| 1890s | #1299 |
| 1900s | #1830 |
| 1910s | #3492 |
| 1920s | #3257 |
| 1930s | #3344 |
| 1940s | #1588 |
| 1950s | #878 |
| 1960s | #1207 |
| 1970s | #1018 |
| 1980s | #925 |
| 1990s | #1687 |
| 2000s | #2268 |
| 2010s | #2873 |
| 2020s | #2026 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lindy has been most popular in TX, MN, CA.
Living bearers
About 8,100 people named Lindy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lindy alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lindy in 2025?
- Lindy ranks #1592 among US girl names in 2025, with 131 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lindy most popular?
- Lindy peaked in 1979, reaching #586 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lindy with classmates?
- Lindy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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