Holding steady, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Lincy since 1980
Babies named Lincy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 112 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Lincy first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1980, making it a fairly recent addition to the naming landscape. Its rank in 2025 was 11,932, with an incidence of 1 in 229,610 births, indicating it remains quite uncommon. The name reached its peak popularity in 2017, which aligns with a broader trend of -ee ending names for girls. Despite its low frequency, Lincy has shown stable usage over recent decades, without sharp declines or revivals. It did not appear among top states, suggesting its use is geographically diffuse. As a modern variant of the established name Lindsay, Lincy offers a fresh twist on a familiar sound.
Lincy is a modern name, likely a variant of Lindsay or Linsey, which itself derives from a Scottish place name meaning 'Lincoln's island' or 'lake settlement.' It emerged in the late 20th century as a stylistic variation, often used for girls. The name has no ancient roots and is primarily found in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lin, Linnie, Cy
Sibling names for Lincy
Names that share Lincy's style, for a brother or sister.
