How common is the Lindly surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname Lindly in the United States.

Are there Lindly soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 76 soldiers with the Lindly surname appear in Civil War records.

Lindly

Q: What does the surname Lindly mean?

The surname Lindly means "From a place with linden trees or a linden-tree clearing.". It is of English/Scottish origin.

Topographic

Meaning

From a place with linden trees or a linden-tree clearing.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'lind' (linden tree) and 'leah' or 'ley' (clearing, meadow). The name reflects English topographic naming conventions.

About the Lindly Surname

An English topographic surname derived from landscape features involving linden trees and open land. The surname reflects the medieval English practice of naming families after geographical locations.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in English-speaking regions, particularly the United Kingdom and North America.

Lindly Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Lindly Surname

Hewey Lindly

Quick Facts

Origin: English/Scottish
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Unknown, likely medieval British Isles
Estimated Bearers: 1,500

War Records

76 soldiers with the Lindly surname found in Civil War records.

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