Linsdell

Origin and Meaning

Linsdell is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The surname is derived from the Old English personal name Lindi, which is a byname meaning 'soft, gentle', and the Old English word dæl, which means 'valley'. Therefore, the surname Linsdell is believed to signify 'the dweller in the gentle valley'.

Distribution and History

The surname Linsdell is primarily found in the counties of Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire in England. It is relatively uncommon and is often associated with families hailing from these regions.

Notable Individuals

  • John Linsdell (b. 1980) - An English musician known for his contributions to the indie rock scene in the early 2000s.

  • Alice Linsdell (1864–1923) - A British illustrator and watercolour painter known for her work in children’s literature in the late 19th century.

Variants

Variants of the surname Linsdell include Lindsell and Linsel.

There are approximately 437 people named Linsdell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Linsdell.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Barry
  • Bernard
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Edward
  • Jeffrey
  • John
  • Mark
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Rob
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Alice
  • Alison
  • June
  • Kim
  • Laura
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Sally
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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