Find out how popular the first name Lindell has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lindell by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Lindell is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Lindell being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Lindell.

The history of the first name Lindell

The name Lindell is of Old English origin, derived from the combination of two words: "lind," meaning a linden or lime tree, and "dell," meaning a valley or hollow. This suggests that the name was originally used to describe someone who lived near a linden tree-lined valley or hollow.

In its earliest form, the name was spelled as "Linddæl" and was predominantly found in the Anglo-Saxon regions of England during the 7th and 8th centuries. As the English language evolved, the spelling changed to reflect the modern pronunciation, becoming "Lindell" by the 12th century.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lindell appears in the Domesday Book, a historic record commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. It mentions a landowner named Lindell who held estates in Hertfordshire, England.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Lindell. One such person was Lindell Cawthorne (1646-1718), an English clergyman and academic who served as the Rector of Great Staughton in Huntingdonshire.

Another prominent figure was Lindell Morris (1792-1867), an American politician who served as a United States Representative from Ohio's 5th congressional district from 1841 to 1843.

In the realm of literature, Lindell Coombs (1895-1962) was an American author and humorist, best known for his short stories and novels set in the American South.

The name Lindell also found its way into the world of sports. Lindell Anderson (1923-2001) was an American professional basketball player who spent several seasons in the Basketball Association of America (BAA), a precursor to the modern-day NBA.

Finally, one cannot forget Lindell Philpot (1944-2018), a Canadian actor and voice artist who lent his talents to numerous animated series and video games, including the iconic "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" franchise.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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