Linden: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced LIN-duhn · 2 syllables
Linden means “lime tree”, from English.
* As a Dutch, German and Jewish surname, plural form of Linde. * As a Dutch and West Flemish surname, from several placenames called Linden or Lienden. Also shortened from Vanderlinden. * As a Swedish surname, from lind (“lime tree”). Compare Lindeen. * As an English surname, variant of Lindon. * As an Irish surname, shortened from McLinden, itself a variant of McClinton.
- Meaning
- lime tree
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- LIN-duhn
- US babies a year
- about 354 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
- Style
- Nature
How popular is Linden?
About 354 US babies a year were named Linden in 2021–2025. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| Canada | #847 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Linden?
Half of US adults named Linden are older than 50; most are between 19 and 81. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Linden
What does the name Linden mean?
Linden means “lime tree”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Linden?
Linden is pronounced LIN-duhn.
How popular is the name Linden?
About 354 US babies a year were named Linden in 2021–2025. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Linden?
Half of US adults named Linden are older than 50. Most are between 19 and 81.