Lindsay

Meaning linden tree island
Origin English, Scottish
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 7
Syllables 2
Syllabification Lind-say

About Lindsay

Timeless and versatile, Lindsay bridges traditional and contemporary naming styles with effortless grace. This name carries Scottish heritage while feeling completely at home in modern contexts. Lindsay's two syllables create comfortable rhythm, and its familiar sound makes it accessible without being overly common in current usage. The name works across generations, suitable for both children and adults in any professional setting. Parents choosing Lindsay often appreciate names with history that don't feel dated. It offers nickname options while standing perfectly fine independently. Lindsay suggests reliability and warmth, characteristics many parents hope to see in their daughters. The name coordinates smoothly with various middle names and surnames, creating balanced combinations.

Variations of Name Lindsay

Lyndsay
Lindsey
Lyndsey
Lindsie

Nicknames for Lindsay

Lind
Lindy
Lindz
Lindie
Didi
Lindsay

Famous People Named Lindsay

Lindsay LohanAmerican actress and singer
Lindsay WagnerAmerican actress
Lindsay DavenportAmerican former professional tennis player
Lindsay EllCanadian country music singer and songwriter
Lindsay CzarniakAmerican sports anchor and reporter
Lindsay DuncanBritish actress
Lindsay SloaneAmerican actress
Lindsay PulsipherAmerican actress
Lindsay HartleyAmerican actress and singer
Lindsay PriceAmerican actress
Lindsay RhodesAmerican sportscaster
Lindsay ArnoldAmerican professional dancer
Lindsay FrimodtAmerican model
Lindsay ClubineAmerican model and TV host
Lindsay GreenbushAmerican actress
Lindsay MendezAmerican actress and singer
Lindsay FeltonAmerican actress
Lindsay PearceAmerican actress and singer
Lindsay HollisterAmerican actress

Characters Named Lindsay

Lindsay Bluth FunkeArrested Development
Lindsay WeirFreaks and Geeks
Lindsay MonroeCSI - NY
Lindsay WallaceHalloween
Lindsay GardnerThe Practice
Lindsay Harris90210
Lindsay StraussPrison Break
Lindsay JillianScrubs
Lindsay Carlisle ShayThe Night Shift
Lindsay Bluth FünkeArrested Development
Lindsay CookLaw & Order - Special Victims Unit
Lindsay NovakThe Cleveland Show
LindsayTotal Drama Island
Lindsay PetersonWeb Therapy
Lindsay BluthArrested Development

Other Popular Names Beginning with L

Lexi
Lydia
Lisa
Lucia
Lilia
Leila
Lorelai
Lottie
Loretta
Layan