Lindon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LIN-dən //ˈlɪn.dən//
Origin: English; Welsh
Meaning: English: Linden tree; Welsh: from the hill
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lindon is believed to have roots in Old English, deriving from the word "lind," which refers to the lime tree, and the suffix "-on," indicating a place or location. This etymology suggests that Lindon could originally have denoted a place characterized by the presence of lime trees, reflecting a connection to nature and the landscape.
The transition into English likely occurred through the influence of Old English on the development of the language during the early medieval period, particularly around the 5th to 12th centuries, when many names were formed based on local flora and fauna. Historically, the name Lindon does not have prominent figures in biblical texts or major historical milestones like some other names; however, it shares a phonetic similarity with names that have been borne by notable individuals throughout history.
The use of similar names in various cultures can be traced back to the medieval period, where names derived from nature were common. The name Lindon may have also been influenced by the popularity of names ending in "-on," which were prevalent in various European languages, including French and German, during the Middle Ages.
Culturally, names associated with trees and nature often carry connotations of strength, resilience, and stability, qualities that may contribute to their endurance over time. The lime tree itself has been a symbol of love and fidelity in various traditions, which may enhance the name's appeal.
While diminutive forms or variations of Lindon are not widely documented, the name's connection to nature and its historical roots in Old English provide a rich backdrop for its significance in the tapestry of names used throughout history.
Famous people named Lindon
In this section, you will find notable people named Lindon. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Lindon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Lindon who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.
Lindon Johnson is a U.S. President best known for the Great Society, the Civil Rights Act, and the Vietnam War escalation.
Fictional characters named Lindon
The following list of fictional characters named Lindon is a work in progress. If you would like to suggest an additional character, please send us the character's name along with a brief, one-sentence description of what they are best known for.
You may also submit corrections, which we will review and update as quickly as possible.
Lindon is a fictional character from the web novel series Cradle by Will Wight. He is a determined and resourceful protagonist who seeks to become stronger in a world filled with powerful martial artists.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Lindon, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.
Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Lindon. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lindon was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Lindon has ranked as high as #3500 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in California, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Lindon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lindon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lindon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lindon.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 |
| 2022 | 16 | 16 |
| 2021 | 15 | 15 |
| 2020 | 10 | 10 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 |
| 2018 | 14 | 14 |
| 2017 | 9 | 9 |
| 2016 | 22 | 22 |
| 2015 | 11 | 11 |
| 2014 | 20 | 20 |
| 2013 | 11 | 11 |
| 2012 | 11 | 11 |
| 2011 | 16 | 16 |
| 2010 | 15 | 15 |
| 2009 | 11 | 11 |
| 2008 | 13 | 13 |
| 2007 | 20 | 20 |
| 2006 | 8 | 8 |
| 2005 | 13 | 13 |
| 2004 | 10 | 10 |
| 2003 | 8 | 8 |
| 2002 | 14 | 14 |
| 2001 | 10 | 10 |
| 2000 | 10 | 10 |
| 1999 | 13 | 13 |
| 1998 | 7 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 | 9 |
| 1994 | 12 | 12 |
| 1993 | 11 | 11 |
| 1992 | 6 | 6 |
| 1991 | 7 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 | 10 |
| 1989 | 13 | 13 |
| 1988 | 9 | 9 |
| 1987 | 10 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 | 7 |
| 1985 | 9 | 9 |
| 1984 | 10 | 10 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 | 9 |
| 1975 | 8 | 8 |
| 1974 | 10 | 10 |
| 1973 | 8 | 8 |
| 1972 | 7 | 7 |
| 1971 | 7 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 | 6 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 |
| 1966 | 10 | 10 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 |
| 1964 | 20 | 20 |
| 1963 | 7 | 7 |
| 1962 | 13 | 13 |
| 1961 | 11 | 11 |
| 1960 | 19 | 19 |
| 1959 | 11 | 11 |
| 1958 | 12 | 12 |
| 1957 | 16 | 16 |
| 1956 | 16 | 16 |
| 1955 | 25 | 25 |
| 1954 | 16 | 16 |
| 1953 | 10 | 10 |
| 1952 | 18 | 18 |
| 1951 | 12 | 12 |
| 1950 | 15 | 15 |
| 1949 | 11 | 11 |
| 1948 | 12 | 12 |
| 1947 | 11 | 11 |
| 1946 | 23 | 23 |
| 1945 | 15 | 15 |
| 1944 | 10 | 10 |
| 1943 | 15 | 15 |
| 1942 | 17 | 17 |
| 1941 | 24 | 24 |
| 1940 | 12 | 12 |
| 1939 | 11 | 11 |
| 1938 | 15 | 15 |
| 1937 | 13 | 13 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 11 | 11 |
| 1934 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 7 | 7 |
| 1932 | 19 | 19 |
| 1931 | 10 | 10 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 7 | 7 |
| 1928 | 17 | 17 |
| 1927 | 23 | 23 |
| 1926 | 9 | 9 |
| 1925 | 9 | 9 |
| 1924 | 12 | 12 |
| 1923 | 17 | 17 |
| 1922 | 9 | 9 |
| 1921 | 10 | 10 |
| 1920 | 10 | 10 |
| 1919 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 | 6 |
| 1917 | 8 | 8 |
| 1916 | 10 | 10 |
| 1915 | 9 | 9 |
| 1914 | 6 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Lindon (1955)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |