Linden
Linden is a unisex name of English origin meaning “linden tree.” Linden comes from the linden, or lime, tree, through Dutch, German and English surnames and place names.
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how do you pronounce Linden?
LIN-den
where does the name Linden come from?
Mainly a surname: Dutch, German and Jewish forms from Linde, the lime tree, often through place names called Linden or Lienden; an English variant of Lindon; and an Irish shortening of McLinden.
The linden is deeply symbolic in Germanic and Slavic cultures, representing love, fertility and justice.
the history of Linden
As an English given name for the tree, Linden was moderately popular for American boys from the 1930s to the 1960s, peaking in 1947 at 921st before leaving the top 1,000. In Canada it was among the top 100 boys' names from 2003 to 2005.
how popular is this name?
Linden has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 4 years since 1889, and fell outside it for 55. It peaked at #923 in 1947.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 1947 | #923 |
| 1944 | #991 |
| 1943 | #986 |
| 1889 | #974 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Linden fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Linden?
- Hal Linden (actor)
what are the nicknames and variants of Linden?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Linden?
what names go well with Linden?
Sibling names that share Linden's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Linden
What does the name Linden mean?
Linden means “linden tree”.
What is the origin of the name Linden?
Linden comes from the English naming tradition. Related forms include Lindon.
How popular is the name Linden?
Linden ranked #923 in the US in 1947, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1947, at #923, and it has spent 4 years in the top 1,000 since 1889.
Is Linden a boy or girl name?
Linden is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Linden?
Linden is pronounced LIN-den, with 2 syllables.
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