Pet form of Linda, which comes from the Germanic element lind, meaning 'soft, flexible, tender'. Lindy also came into use in America in 1927 as a boy's name, when the Lindy Hop dance became popular.
Vibe
playfulwarmgentle
How it ages.
A cheerful, vintage-feeling name with a playful, easy sound.
The cultural moment.
Uncommon: ranked #1604 for girls in the United States in 2025, and last ranked #473 in the Netherlands in 2015.