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Lindsey

LIN-zee

Popularity

#1285

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

English

Total Births

165,125

Peak Year

#9,120 in 1984

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage, Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Of English origin, derived from a surname meaning 'island of linden trees'. It's a place name.

Nickname Watch

LinLinds

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Lindsey Vonn

    American alpine ski racer.

  • Lindsey Lohan

    American actress.

Nicknames

LinLinds

Spelling Variations

LindsayLyndseyLindsi

Similar Names

AshleyBrittanyChelseaKelsey

Personality Traits

FriendlyOutgoingEnergeticIndependent

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