Lyndon comes from the English landscape, naming a 'linden tree hill'. It passed from place name into surname and then first-name use. The meaning roots it in a specific bit of wooded ground.

Its best-known bearer is President Lyndon B. Johnson (1908-1973), with the actor Lyndon Brook (1926-2004) also carrying it. The name has a measured, dignified sound that suits its presidential association.

Did you know? Lyndon likely reached first-name use through a surname or place-name route, which gives it that modern borrowed-from-history feel.

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Famous Bearers

★Lyndon B. Johnson (1908–1973)
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★Lyndon Brook (1926–2004)
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Landon— An English place-name surname with the same '-don' hill ending.

Brandon— Another English '-don' place-name used as a first name.

Leighton— echoes that soft -on sound

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lyndon mean?

Lyndon is usually explained as meaning 'linden tree hill' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Lyndon?

It's commonly said LIHN-duhn /ˈlɪn.dən/.

Is Lyndon a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Lyndon is used as a boy name.

How popular is Lyndon?

In 2024, Lyndon ranked #1754 in the U.S. for boys, with 94 births recorded.