Lindsay
GirlOld English
Lindsay is a girl name of Old English origin meaning "Island in the fenland".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Old English
Popularity
16 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Island in the fenland
Etymology
Lindsay is both an English and Scottish surname and a given name. The given name comes from the Scottish surname and clan name, which comes from the toponym Lindsey, which in turn comes from the Old English toponym Lindesege for the city of Lincoln, in which Lind is the original Brittonic form of the name of Lincoln and island refers to Lincoln being an island in the surrounding fenland. Lindum Colonia was the Roman name of the settlement which is now the City of Lincoln in Lincolnshire.
Famous People Named Lindsay
- Lindsay Lohan — American actress and singer (born 1986)
- Lindsay Davenport — American tennis player
- Lindsay Wagner — American actress
- Lindsay Hoyle — Speaker of the House of Commons (born 1957)
- Lindsay Duncan — Scottish actress
Frequently Asked Questions About Lindsay
What does the name Lindsay mean?
Lindsay means "Island in the fenland", and is of Old English origin.
What is the origin of the name Lindsay?
Lindsay originates from Old English.
Is Lindsay a boy or girl name?
Lindsay is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Lindsay?
Yes — notable people named Lindsay include Lindsay Lohan (American actress and singer, born 1986), Lindsay Davenport (American tennis player), Lindsay Wagner (American actress), Lindsay Hoyle (Speaker of the House of Commons, born 1957) and Lindsay Duncan (Scottish actress).
Last updated: June 2026