Holding steady.
Popularity of Lundy since 1912
Babies named Lundy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 54 |
| 1920s | 0 | 48 |
| 1930s | 0 | 26 |
| 1940s | 0 | 56 |
| 1950s | 5 | 52 |
| 1960s | 0 | 47 |
| 1970s | 0 | 11 |
| 1980s | 0 | 19 |
| 1990s | 5 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 6 | 6 |
| 2020s | 22 | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Lundy is a rare unisex name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1912, making it a name with over a century of documented use. Its peak year was 1916, but it has never reached widespread popularity, maintaining a stable but low usage. The name is drawn from an English surname and place name, evoking a sense of natural heritage. As a given name, it offers a distinctive choice with a gentle sound, appealing to parents seeking something uncommon yet familiar.
Lundy is primarily used as a given name derived from the English surname Lundy, which itself originates from a place name in Lincolnshire, England. The place name Lundy comes from Old Norse 'lundr' meaning 'grove' and Old English 'ēg' meaning 'island', so 'grove island'. It has seen occasional use as a first name since the early 20th century.
Sibling names for Lundy
Names that share Lundy's style, for a brother or sister.
