Lindi
About Lindi
Lindi is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be a diminutive of names ending in 'linda' such as Belinda or Melinda, or a variant spelling of Lindy, which itself developed as a nickname for names like Linda or Lindsay. In some African cultures, particularly in Tanzania, Lindi also exists as a place name. The name has a bright, cheerful quality with its ending 'i' giving it a playful, diminutive feel. While never reaching mainstream popularity, Lindi saw modest usage in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s. It appeals to parents seeking a friendly, unpretentious name with a vintage charm that remains relatively uncommon in contemporary use.
Pronounced LIN-dee.
As of October 2026, Lindi ranked #14214 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2180 in 1961.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Lindi on lists
Lindi in pop culture
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