Linsey

OriginEnglish

Meaning"island of linden trees"

GenderBoy & girl

US Rank

Girls#12639

2025 SSA

BoysUnranked

Below 5 births

About Linsey

Linsey is a masculine name of Scottish and English origin, though it's also used for girls in modern times. It developed as a surname derived from a place name, referring to 'island of linden trees' or 'Lincoln's island' from Old English elements. As a given name, Linsey gained some popularity in the mid-20th century, primarily in Scotland and the United Kingdom. The name has a gentle, approachable sound while maintaining masculine qualities. It shares similarities with Lindsay, which has become more common for girls in recent decades. As a boy's name, Linsey remains uncommon, offering a distinctive choice with historical connections to British toponymy.

Linsey for girls#12639 US

Linsey is a feminine name that originated as a Scottish surname derived from the place name Lindsey, referring to 'Lincoln marsh' or 'island of linden trees.' As a given name, it gained popularity in the mid-20th century alongside similar names like Lindsay and Lindsey. This particular spelling variant with '-ey' offers a slightly different visual form while maintaining the same pronunciation ('LIN-zee'). The name carries associations with naturalness and Scottish heritage. While its popularity peaked in the 1970s and 1980s, Linsey maintains a friendly, approachable quality with its soft sounds and familiar cadence. The name works well across ages and has avoided becoming overly dated despite its strongest associations with the late 20th century.

Pronounced LIN-zee.

As of October 2026, Linsey ranked #9932 for boys in US births in 1996 and #12639 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1318 for boys in 1904 and #631 for girls in 1985.