Linden Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Linden

"An English surname from Old English, a variant of Lyndon."

Multiple origins Origin Gender-Neutral 📈 Peak 2021 👥 5,889 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
An English surname from Old English, a variant of Lyndon.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
5,889
Life Path
Number 4

📖 What Does Linden Mean?

Linden is an English given name referring to the Linden tree. In the United States, the name was somewhat popular as a boys name from the 1930s to the 1960s. Linden reached a peak in popularity in 1947 as the 921st most popular boys name in the Social Security Administration's list of most popular boys names, but currently it is not included in the list. The name has never been on the top 1000 names list for girls. In Canada, Linden was included in the Vital Statistics Agency's list of top 100 most popular boys names from 2003 to 2005.

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Linden is an English given name referring to the Linden tree. In the United States, the name was somewhat popular as a boys name from the 1930s to the 1960s. Linden reached a peak in popularity in 1947 as the 921st most popular boys name in the Social Security Administration's list of most popular boys names, but currently it is not included in the list. The name has never been on the top 1000 names list for girls. In Canada, Linden was included in the Vital Statistics Agency's list of top 100 most popular boys names from 2003 to 2005.

Root Element
Linden
Core Meaning
"An English surname from Old English, a variant of Lyndon."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Linden

L 3
I 9
N 5
D 4
E 5
N 5
SUM 4
4
Life Path
Stability & Hard Work
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 4 — Stability & Hard Work: Reliable, disciplined, and exceptionally organized.

📊 Linden in Numbers

5,889 US bearers
2021 Peak year
Gender-Neutral Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Linden" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An English surname from Old English, a variant of Lyndon.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~5,889 people named Linden in the US. Peaked in 2021 with 187 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Linden?

The Life Path number for Linden is 4, associated with Stability & Hard Work. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 8.

Is Linden a boy or girl name?

Linden is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 67% male and 33% female.

How many people are named Linden in the US?

Approximately 5,889 people in the United States are named Linden. The name peaked in 2021 with 187 recorded uses.

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