Explore the Family Name Lindeen
The meaning of Lindeen
Swedish (also Lindéen): variant of Lindén (see Linden).
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Lindeen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Lindeen saw a decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The ranking of the name dropped from 52,827 in 2000 to 68,122 in 2010, marking a significant decrease of around 28.95 percent. The number of people carrying the surname also declined from 368 in 2000 to 289 in 2010, representing a decline of approximately 21.47 percent. The proportion of this surname per 100,000 people fell by 28.57 percent over this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #52,827 | #68,122 | -28.95% |
| Count | 368 | 289 | -21.47% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.1 | -28.57% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Lindeen
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Lindeen, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that it is predominantly white. In 2000, about 96.47 percent of those with the surname identified as white and the percentage increased to 97.58 in 2010. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or Hispanic in either year. Interestingly, while a small percentage (1.36%) identified as black in 2000, the data for 2010 shows that none of the Lindeens identified as black, indicating a 100 percent decrease. No changes were recorded for those identifying themselves as American Indian and Alaskan Native or having two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.47% | 97.58% | 1.15% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 1.36% | 0% | -100% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |