NAME PROFILE
Garvin
A variant of Lindsey, meaning 'island of linden trees' or 'marshlands of Lincoln.' It characterizes someone who is naturally grounded and peaceful, yet possesses a modern, creative spark that makes them stand out in any crowd.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,424 |
| Gender | Male (9% / 91%) |
| Peak year | 1921 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1915 |
| Most recent | 2013 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 28%OK — 28%NY — 19%SC — 16%MS — 9%
Notable People
Lindsay Lohan (Actress, Mean Girls) · Lindsey Vonn (Alpine Ski Racer, Olympic Gold Medalist) · Lindsey Buckingham (Musician, Fleetwood Mac) · Lindsay Wagner (Actress, The Bionic Woman) · Lindsay Sloane (Actress, Sabrina the Teenage Witch)
Nicknames & Diminutives
LynLynzZee
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