Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 06, 2024

Lindemann

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: German

Meaning: Dweller near the lindens

Lindemann is a stately and original boy’s name of German origin. Originally used primarily as a surname, Lindemann has transitioned to a surname-turned-first name option. It is a slight respelling of Lindeman, and means “dweller near the lindens,” marking it as a toponymic or habitational moniker for those who lived near linden trees, or lime trees. Lindemann also overs a grove of nicknames, such as Lin, Denny, or Manny, should baby wish to branch out!