Linsey

English surname

"marshlands of Lincolnshire"

Linsey Origin and Meaning

The name Linsey is a girl's name.

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.

Linsey Rank in US Top 1000

# 993 in the US

Famous People Named Linsey

• Linsey Dawn McKenzie English glamour model
• Linsey Godfrey American actress
• Linsey MacDonald Scottish Olympic sprinter