Linden
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Linden: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2012.
Of Scandinavian origin, Linden comes from the Old Norse *lind* and the Old English *linde*, referring to the lime tree, a symbol of shelter and community in Northern European folklore. Among the most notable bearers of the name is the acclaimed American actress and singer Linden Ashby, best known for her role in the soap opera *As the World Turns*. While no major places are named directly after a famous Linden, the name's etymological root appears in the city of Lyndhurst in England, which derives from a combination of "lime tree" and "wooded hill." As a given name in Scotland, Linden has seen a gentle rise in popularity since the 1990s.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20123 babies
- Latest (2012)
- #6693 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2012
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y