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Lindzey

LIN-zee · Probably a variant of Lindsay, which originally referred to a person from the region of Lindsey in Lincolnshire, England.

Peak popularity
1990
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Lindzey since 1981

Babies named Lindzey per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511161990200020102020Most births 1990Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s46
1990s98
2000s90
2010s30
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Lindzey is a variant spelling of the established name Lindsay, which itself has deep roots as a Scottish surname and place name. It first appeared as a given name in 1981, and while it has never cracked the top 1,000, it saw its peak year in 1990. Since then, its usage has remained stable, with a very low frequency across the United States. The name is most commonly given to girls, and its uniqueness may appeal to parents seeking a familiar sound with an uncommon spelling. As a modern respelling, it carries the same geographic and etymological heritage as Lindsay, but with a distinctive twist that sets it apart from more common forms like Lindsay or Lindsey.

Lindzey is a variant spelling of Lindsay, a surname that originated as a place name from Lindsey in Lincolnshire, England. The place name itself derives from Old English elements, likely 'lind' meaning 'lime tree' and 'ēg' meaning 'island' or 'dry ground in a marsh.' As a given name, it has been used for both boys and girls since the 19th century, with the 'ey' spelling becoming a more modern feminine variant.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lin, Lindy, Zey

Variants: Lindsay, Lindsey, Linsey, Lynsey, Lyndsey

Sibling names for Lindzey

Names that share Lindzey's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Lindzey mean?
Lindzey is a variant of Lindsay, which originally referred to a person from the region of Lindsey in Lincolnshire, England, deriving from Old English elements likely meaning 'lime tree island.'
How popular is the name Lindzey?
Lindzey has never been among the top 1,000 most popular names in the United States. Its peak usage was in 1990, after which it has remained stable but very rare.
Is Lindzey a boy or girl name?
Lindzey is most commonly used for girls, though it can be unisex. The spelling with 'ey' is more often associated with females.