Lyndsey

Meaning of Lyndsey

From the island of linden trees; lake settlement.

Lyndsey has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lyndsey

After ranking as high as #638 in 2000, Lyndsey has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Lyndsey

• Lindsay Lohan
  Actress, singer, businesswoman
• Lindsey Vonn
  Olympic alpine ski racer
• Lyndsy Fonseca
  American actress
• Lindsey Shaw
  American actress
• Lindsey Stirling
  Violinist, dancer, composer

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Questions about the name Lyndsey

What does the name Lyndsey mean?

Lyndsey means from the island of linden trees; lake settlement, and it comes from English origins.

Is Lyndsey a boy's or a girl's name?

Lyndsey is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Lyndsey?

Lyndsey did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Lyndsey most popular?

Lyndsey peaked at #638 in 2000.