Find out how popular the first name Lynsea has been for the last 1 years (from 1993 to 1993) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lynsea by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Lynsea is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1993, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lynsea.

The history of the first name Lynsea

The name Lynsea is a modern English variant of the name Lindsay, which itself derives from the ancient Scottish surname Lindsay. The surname Lindsay is believed to have originated from the lands near the village of Lyne in Perthshire, Scotland. The name Lyne is thought to come from the Gaelic words "linn" meaning "pool" or "waterfall" and "sìth" meaning "fairy" or "fairy mound."

The earliest recorded use of the surname Lindsay dates back to the early 12th century, with references to a man named Sir Walter de Lyndesay in the reign of King David I of Scotland (1124-1153). The Lindsays were a powerful noble family in medieval Scotland, with several members holding important positions in the Scottish court and government.

One of the most notable historical figures with the name Lindsay was David Lindsay, Earl of Crawford (1440-1495), who was a Scottish nobleman, diplomat, and author. He is best known for writing the allegorical poem "The Dreme," which is considered one of the earliest works of literature in Scots. Another notable Lindsay was John Lindsay of Pitcarmick (1552-1613), who was a Scottish mathematician and scientist known for his work in the fields of astronomy and cartography.

In more recent history, there have been several famous individuals with the name Lynsea or variations of it. Lyndsay Wagner (born 1950) is an American actress and singer, best known for her roles in the television series "The Bionic Woman" and "The Six Million Dollar Man." Lindsey Buckingham (born 1949) is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist, best known as the lead guitarist and one of the vocalists of the music group Fleetwood Mac.

Other notable individuals with the name Lynsea or variations include Lindsey Vonn (born 1984), an American former World Cup alpine ski racer; Lindsey Graham (born 1955), an American politician and member of the Republican Party serving as the senior United States Senator from South Carolina; and Lindsey Stirling (born 1986), an American violinist, dancer, and composer known for her unique blend of classical and electronic music.

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