Linden tree island
Derived from the English surname and place name Lindsay, originally referring to the 'Isle of Lindum' or a wetland area near linden trees. It transitioned from a male aristocratic surname to a popular feminine given name in the late 20th century.
Less common today
Lyndsay isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #713 in 1990.
American Olympic swimmer
American novelist known for historical fiction
American film producer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
