Lyndsay
girl nameLyndsay entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #495 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
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rank today
#495
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2961 |
| 1980s | #589 |
| 1990s | #1054 |
| 2000s | #2536 |
| 2010s | #8496 |
| 2020s | #10385 |
Living bearers
About 6,600 people named Lyndsay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lyndsay alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lyndsay in 2025?
- Lyndsay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lyndsay most popular?
- Lyndsay peaked in 1983, reaching #495 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lyndsay with classmates?
- Lyndsay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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