Find out how popular the first name Lindyn has been for the last 16 years (from 2008 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lindyn by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Lindyn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lindyn.

The history of the first name Lindyn

The name Lindyn is a modern variation of the English name Lindsay, which itself derives from the Old English lindesig, meaning "linden tree valley." The linden tree, also known as the lime tree, is a species of flowering tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. The name likely originated as a place name referring to a geographical location where these trees grew in abundance.

The earliest recorded use of the name Lindsay dates back to the 12th century in Scotland, where it was initially used as a surname. One of the first documented instances is Sir Walter de Lindsay, who lived in the late 12th century and was a prominent Scottish noble and landowner. The Lindsay family later became one of the most powerful families in Scottish history, with several members holding influential positions and titles.

In the 14th century, the name Lindsay also began to be used as a given name, although it remained predominantly a surname. One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Lindsay as a first name was Lindsay of Pitscottie, a 16th-century Scottish historian and author who wrote a chronicle of Scottish history known as "The Chronicles of Scotland."

Over time, the name Lindsay became more widely used as a feminine given name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, with notable bearers including Lindsay Wagner, an American actress born in 1949, best known for her role in the television series "The Bionic Woman."

Other famous individuals named Lindsay include Lindsay Lohan, an American actress and singer born in 1986, and Lindsay Davenport, an American professional tennis player born in 1976 who won multiple Grand Slam titles and achieved a world No. 1 ranking.

The modern variation Lindyn is a more recent spelling, likely inspired by the trend of creating unique and creative name variations. While it retains the connection to the original Old English roots, it adds a contemporary twist to the traditional Lindsay.

Data source

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