Surname · Scandinavian origin
Lindgren
Meaning
The surname Lindgren means Linden branch.
Origin
Scandinavian
Type
ornamental
The origin of the surname Lindgren
Lindgren joins lind, “linden,” and gren, “branch.”
What kind of surname is Lindgren?
Lindgren is a ornamental surname. It belongs to the Scandinavian naming tradition — you can read how Scandinavian surnames were formed on our Scandinavian last names page.
Other Scandinavian surnames
Other ornamental surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Lindgren mean?
The surname Lindgren means Linden branch. Lindgren joins lind, “linden,” and gren, “branch.”
Where does the surname Lindgren come from?
Lindgren is a surname of Scandinavian origin.
What kind of surname is Lindgren?
Lindgren is a ornamental surname.
What are other Scandinavian surnames?
Other Scandinavian surnames include Andersson, Bergstrom, Eriksson, Hansen, Johansson, Karlsson.