Lynsay
girl nameLynsay entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #3418 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#3418
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5700 |
| 1980s | #4635 |
| 1990s | #9688 |
| 2000s | #15468 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Lynsay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lynsay alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lynsay in 2025?
- Lynsay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lynsay most popular?
- Lynsay peaked in 1982, reaching #3418 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lynsay with classmates?
- Lynsay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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