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Linsay

Girl name · 192 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Linsay: 192 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 21 births in 1982.

Linsay is primarily a Scottish variant of Lindsay, a name that originated as a Scottish surname and ultimately derives from the place-name "Lindsey" in Lincolnshire, England. This Old English place-name combines "lind," meaning a lime tree or linden, with "ēg," meaning island, thus "linden island." The most famous bearer is Lindsay Duncan, the acclaimed Scottish stage and screen actress known for roles in *Birdman* and *Rome*. The spelling Linsay is a distinctly Scottish form, more commonly used for girls in Scotland since the 1970s, though the name remains technically unisex. Interestingly, while Lindsay is a popular unisex given name worldwide, the Linsay spelling peaks in Scotland and is seldom found elsewhere, making it a subtle yet proud nod to Scottish heritage.

Girl 24 of 52 years

Peak year
198221 babies
Latest (1998)
#5584 babies
Total births
192since 1974
5-year trend
▼ 32%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1982 · 21
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).