Lynzie

Lynzie is a masculine name, though more commonly used for females in contemporary usage. It originated as a variant spelling of Lindsay or Lindsey, which began as a Scottish and English surname derived from the place name Lincoln's Island ('Lincoln's marsh or lake'). This place name comes from the Old English elements 'lind' (lime tree) and 'eg' (island). The distinctive spelling with 'z' emerged in the late 20th century as parents sought unique variants of traditional names. While uncommon for boys, its use represents the fluid nature of gendered naming conventions. The name has a modern, playful quality while maintaining connections to its historical roots, offering a blend of tradition and individuality.

Lynzie is also given to girls, where it ranks #16343 in the US.

Pronounced LIN-zee.

As of October 2026, Lynzie ranked #16343 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3247 in 1992.