Lindsey
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Lindsey
Lindsey derives from the Old English elements "lind" (linden tree) and "eg" (island), literally meaning "linden tree island" or "island of the lime trees." The name originated in England, particularly associated with the area of Lindsey in Lincolnshire, and became popular across English-speaking cultures during the 20th century, particularly in North America.
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Etymology
Lindsey derives from the Old English elements "lind" (linden tree) and "eg" (island), literally meaning "linden tree island" or "island of the lime trees." The name originated in England, particularly associated with the area of Lindsey in Lincolnshire, and became popular across English-speaking cultures during the 20th century, particularly in North America.
Lindsey currently ranks #1,369 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1984.
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