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Indie

“diminutive of India or Indigo”

About the name Indie

Indie is an English diminutive form most commonly derived from the given names India or Indigo. The name India is ultimately derived from the Indus River, while Indigo refers to the deep blue dye and color, itself from the Greek ‘indikon’ meaning ‘from India.’ Indie is also associated with independent music and culture, but as a given name, its roots are as a diminutive. It is used for girls in Britain, Australia, and the United States.

Meaning
diminutive of India or Indigo
Origin
English
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
IN-dee(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Indy
  • Indee
  • Indi

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Middle names for Indie

  • Indie Rose
  • Indie Mae
  • Indie Claire
  • Indie Lynn
  • Indie Joy

Questions about Indie

What does Indie mean?
Indie is an English name meaning "diminutive of India or Indigo".
How do you pronounce Indie?
Indie is pronounced IN-dee, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Indie?
Variants of Indie include Indy, Indee, Indi.

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