Linden
boy name#1409 in 2025Linden entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #923 in 1947, ranks #1409 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1889–2025
#1409
rank today
#923
peak (1947)
129
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #974 |
| 1900s | #1359 |
| 1910s | #1562 |
| 1920s | #1516 |
| 1930s | #1388 |
| 1940s | #1059 |
| 1950s | #1211 |
| 1960s | #1768 |
| 1970s | #3053 |
| 1980s | #2803 |
| 1990s | #3262 |
| 2000s | #3029 |
| 2010s | #1889 |
| 2020s | #1588 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Linden has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Linden are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Linden alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Linden in 2025?
- Linden ranks #1409 among US boy names in 2025, with 129 babies given the name.
- When was the name Linden most popular?
- Linden peaked in 1947, reaching #923 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Linden with classmates?
- Linden will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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