Lindy

Spanish or German

"pretty one, or, serpent"

Lindy Origin and Meaning

The name Lindy is a girl's name.

Lindy is a feminine name with multiple origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Linda, Melinda, Belinda, or Rosalind. In German, Lindy derives from "lind" meaning "soft, tender, or flexible." The name gained unique cultural associations in the 1930s and 1940s with the popularity of the Lindy Hop dance, named after aviator Charles Lindbergh. Lindy has a playful, energetic quality that evokes a friendly and approachable personality. While it peaked in popularity in mid-20th century America, it maintains an enduring charm with its vintage appeal. The name balances casualness with a classic feel, making it work equally well for a child or an adult.

Lindy Rank in US Top 1000

# 825 in the US

Popularity of the name Lindy

• 947 Unique 2024

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Famous People Named Lindy

• Lindy West American columnist and author
• Lindy Robbins American pop songwriter
• Lindy Booth Canadian actress
• Lindy Tsang YouTube beauty guru
• Lindy Cameron Ruff Canadian male ice hockey coach
• Marie Corinne "Lindy" Morrison Claiborne Boggs U.S. Congresswoman and ambassador
• Belinda "Lindy" Morrison Australian musician of The Go,Betweens

The name Lindy in Pop Culture

• Lindy Watson main character of Disney Channel show "I Didn't Do It"
• Lindy Hop American dance from Harlem, New York City, in the 1920s and 1930s, named after Charles "Lucky Lindy" Lindbergh