Lindy
LIN-dee
Lindy is a unisex name of Germanic origin, meaning “Lindy is often considered a diminutive of names like Linda, Belinda, or Melinda. It is also associated with the Lindy Hop dance.”. It currently ranks #1947 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1979.
What Lindy Means
“Lindy is often considered a diminutive of names like Linda, Belinda, or Melinda. It is also associated with the Lindy Hop dance.”
The Story of Lindy
Born from a dance's joyful swing, this name bounces with energy and charm, ready for your child's rhythm.
Lindy is often a playful diminutive of names like Linda or Melinda, but it truly found its spirited identity in the Lindy Hop, the effervescent dance born in Harlem in the late 1920s. This energetic association imbues the name with a sense of vivaciousness and forward motion.
Whispering 'Lindy' feels like a joyful skip, light and full of life. It’s a name that suits a child with an infectious energy and a friendly, outgoing spirit. When you write 'Lindy' on a hospital bracelet, you can almost hear the music, a promise of a life lived with enthusiasm and a warm embrace for everyone they meet.
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The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Lindy Ruff
Canadian ice hockey coach and former player
Lindy Booth
Canadian actress
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#318 in 1979
Total Births
10,540
First Recorded
1885
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