Lindy
boy nameLindy entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #387 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#387
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #1960 |
| 1930s | #1675 |
| 1940s | #1689 |
| 1950s | #1231 |
| 1960s | #1959 |
| 1970s | #3732 |
| 1980s | #5578 |
| 1990s | #8036 |
| 2000s | #8209 |
| 2010s | #10770 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Lindy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lindy alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lindy most popular?
- Lindy peaked in 1927, reaching #387 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lindy with classmates?
- Lindy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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