How Many People Are Named Linden?
Complete statistics for the name Linden: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Linden means 'lime tree' in Old English and it's very rare, with only 1 in 69,395 Americans named Linden. That's just 4,755 people in the US today, making it a truly unique choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 39All 5,889 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2018Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Linden Through the Generations
People named Linden have seen their name rise in popularity, peaking in 2018 with 187 births. The average age of those bearing this name is 39, indicating it's a relatively modern choice. With 54% of Lindens under 30, it's clear this name is gaining traction among younger generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Linden
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.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Linden's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Linden
How Many People Have the Name Linden?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 5,828 people in the United States currently share the name Linden. That works out to roughly 1 in every 56,872 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Linden a Common or Rare Name?
Linden is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Linden Mean?
Linden means "lime tree" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Linden in SSA data, approximately 61% are male and 39% are female.
When Was Linden Most Popular?
The name Linden reached peak popularity in 2018, with 187 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Linden?
Approximately 5,828 people named Linden live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,828. That works out to roughly 1 in 56,872 Americans.
Is Linden a rare name?
Linden is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 56,872 Americans has this name.
What does the name Linden mean?
Linden means "lime tree" and comes from Old English origins.
Is Linden more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 61% of people named Linden are male and 39% are female.
When was Linden most popular?
Linden peaked in 2018 with 187 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.