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The Lindt surname comes from an Upper German word "lind," which meant "tender" or "gentle hearted." In some instances, especially in Saxony, the surname evolved from the personal name Lindemuth. In general, the similar phonetic name Linde comes from "Linden," which was a type of tree. Loading... Early Origins of the Lindt familyThe surname Lindt was first found in Hessen, where this family name became a prominent contributor to the development of the district from ancient times. Always prominent in social affairs, the name became an integral part of that turbulent region as it emerged to form alliances with other families within the Feudal System and the nation. Chronicles first mention Hainrich der Lind in Constance in 1254. Loading... Early History of the Lindt familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Lindt research. Another 113 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1780, 1784, 1799, 1820, 1834, 1862 and 1887 are included under the topic Early Lindt History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Loading... Lindt Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Lynd, Lindt, Lindemuth, Lint, Lyndt, Lind and others. Loading... Early Notables of the Lindt familyProminent figures of the time who bore the name Lindt were
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Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Lindt Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Lindt Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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