Summary

The surname Lindsey is of English origin and is derived from a place name meaning 'island of linden trees'. It has a rich history and is associated with noble families in medieval times.
There are
63760
Lindseys in the USA
Lindsey is the
529th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lindsey

LindseyBuckingham

Lindsey Buckingham is an American musician and songwriter, best known as the lead guitarist and one of the vocalists of the rock band Fleetwood Mac.

LindsayLohan

Lindsay Lohan is an American actress and singer who gained fame in the 2000s with roles in movies like 'Mean Girls' and 'Freaky Friday.'

LindseyVonn

Lindsey Vonn is an American former professional ski racer and one of the most successful female alpine ski racers in history.

LindsayWagner

Lindsay Wagner is an American actress and author, best known for her role as Jaime Sommers in the 1970s television series 'The Bionic Woman.'

LindseyStirling

Lindsey Stirling is an American violinist, dancer, and composer who gained popularity through her unique combination of classical violin and electronic music.

LindseyGraham

Lindsey Graham is an American politician and member of the Republican Party. He has served as a U.S. Senator from South Carolina since 2003.

LindsayEllis

Lindsay Ellis is an American film critic, author, and YouTuber known for her video essays on film and media analysis.

LindseyHoran

Lindsey Horan is an American professional soccer player who currently plays as a midfielder for the U.S. Women's National Team and the Portland Thorns FC.

LindsayDavenport

Lindsay Davenport is a retired American professional tennis player who was ranked World No. 1 in singles and doubles during her career.

LindseyMcKeon

Lindsey McKeon is an American actress known for her roles in television shows like 'One Tree Hill' and 'Supernatural.'

Lindsey Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Lindsey' is of Scottish origin and derived from the Old English name 'Lindesay,' which means 'island of linden trees.' It is a locational surname referring to people who were from a place called Lindsey or Lindesay.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Lindsey' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in states like Texas, California, and Georgia. It is also found in Scotland and other English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Lindsey' include 'Lindsay' and 'Lyndsey.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Lindsey' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, especially during periods of Scottish emigration and settlement, as well as through global migration trends.