Lyndon
Lyndon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Linden tree hill.
Origin and history
Lyndon is an English name derived from a surname and placename meaning linden tree hill. It gained significant recognition in the United States due to President Lyndon B. Johnson. The name remains a classic, moderately used choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
9,705 babies in the United States have been named Lyndon since 1880. It ranks #1218 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1397.
States where it is most popular
- TX (23.9 %)
- CA (10.2 %)
- NY (9.2 %)
- IN (6.1 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 24 |
| 1910-1920 | 243 |
| 1920-1930 | 348 |
| 1930-1940 | 338 |
| 1940-1950 | 716 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,107 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,034 |
| 1970-1980 | 473 |
| 1980-1990 | 812 |
| 1990-2000 | 867 |
| 2000-2010 | 896 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,305 |
| 2020-2029 | 542 |
Famous people named Lyndon
- Lyndon B. Johnson: President, Politician
- Lyndon LaRouche: Political activist
Nicknames
Lyn, Lindy
Fun facts
- Lyndon B. Johnson served as the 36th President of the United States from 1963 to 1969.
- It originated as an Old English habitational surname referring to someone living near a hill where linden trees grew.