Lynsey
girl nameLynsey entered the US charts in 1966, peaked at #693 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1966–2025
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rank today
#693
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5945 |
| 1970s | #3768 |
| 1980s | #832 |
| 1990s | #1168 |
| 2000s | #2760 |
| 2010s | #9272 |
| 2020s | #11526 |
Living bearers
About 4,800 people named Lynsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lynsey alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lynsey in 2025?
- Lynsey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lynsey most popular?
- Lynsey peaked in 1982, reaching #693 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lynsey with classmates?
- Lynsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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