LINDEN
Linden
The surname Linden is of English and Scottish origin, deriving from the Old English word “lind”, meaning lime tree or linden tree. The name may have indicated someone who lived near such trees or worked with their wood. Variants of the surname include Lyndon and Linton.
The Linden surname is believed to be relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as Scotland, London, and the Midlands.
Notable bearers of the Linden surname include individuals in various fields, such as arts, academia, and politics. Researching further into specific individuals may provide insight into the contributions and achievements of those who bear the Linden surname.
There are approximately 1,347 people named Linden in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,840th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Linden.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Simon
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Claire
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Janet
- Jean
- Karen
- Laura
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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