Lindie

“lime tree” — Associated with attributes of tendern

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10014US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

383All-time births

📅 Since 195000

What does Lindie mean and where does it come from?

Lindie is often considered a diminutive of names like Linda or Melinda. The name is derived from the Old German word 'linde', meaning 'lime tree'. It reflects beauty and nature. The name gained popularity in the 20th century in the United States and is sometimes associated with attributes of tendern

Cultural significance

Lindie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of lime tree.

Peak popularity

Reached #3878 in 1960 — currently #10014 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Lindie?

Lindie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Lindie Grace

How popular is Lindie right now?

Rising fast — up 1793 spots — currently #10014 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#10014 · Top 7.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10014	10	▲ up 1793 · +25% births
2022	#11807	8	▲ up 444 · +14% births
2020	#12251	7	▲ up 2969 · +17% births
2010	#15220	6	▼ down 3196 · -25% births
2005	#12024	8	▼ down 4556 · -27% births
1990	#7468	11	▲ up 1116 · +57% births
1985	#8584	7	▼ down 132
1980	#8452	7	▼ down 981
1975	#7471	7	▼ down 3593 · -42% births
1960	#3878	12	▲ up 853 · +71% births
1950	#4731	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lindie

Best Year1960Rank #3878

Peak Count12

Average Rank#9264

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202311 years

The story of Lindie

Lindie entered American naming records in 1950 and has been in use for over 74 years. With 383 total births recorded, Lindie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4731 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10014 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Lindie in 1960:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Lindie by decade

Lindie peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	62
1960s	37
1970s	76
1980s ★	85
1990s	45
2000s	51
2010s	20
2020s	7

💎Lindie has only 383 total recorded births since 1950 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lindie?

Common

LinLiIndie

What names sound and feel like Lindie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lindie also consider these

Linnie

American · tender or delicate

Linzie

American · a variant of

Lindzie

American · A variation of

Cindie

American · A diminutive of

Windie

American · A beloved name

Sindie

American · Diminutive of Cynthia,

Indie

American · independent or belonging

Liddie

USA · from the island

Common questions about the name Lindie

What does the name Lindie mean?

Lindie means "lime tree" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Lindie?

Lindie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Lindie have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Lindie?

Lindie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Lindie trending right now?

Lindie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Lindie a common or rare name?

Lindie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.