Declining since 1986.
Popularity of Lindsie since 1974
Babies named Lindsie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 43 |
| 1980s | 399 |
| 1990s | 357 |
| 2000s | 151 |
| 2010s | 19 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lindsie first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1974, during a period when creative spellings of established names were gaining popularity. Its peak year was 1987, benefiting from the broader trend of names like Lindsey and Lindsay. The name has been on a downward trajectory since 1986, reflecting a move away from the -ie suffix variant. Although it never reached top-tier popularity, Lindsie represents a distinct choice among the many spellings of its root name. The name is used almost exclusively for girls, and its modern coinage lacks ancient roots, making it a product of late 20th-century naming innovation.
Lindsie is a modern respelling of the names Lindsey or Lindsay, which originated as a Scottish surname and place name. The Scottish name comes from the region of Lindsey in Lincolnshire, England, derived from Old English 'Lindesege' meaning 'marshland of Lincoln' or 'island of linden trees'. As a given name, Lindsey gained popularity in the 20th century, and variant spellings like Lindsie emerged as fashionable alternatives.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lin, Lindz, Sisi
Sibling names for Lindsie
Names that share Lindsie's style, for a brother or sister.
