There are
794
Lentss in the USA
Lents is the
29661st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lents

HerbLentz

Herb Lentz was an American baseball player who played as a pitcher in the Major Leagues from 1913 to 1915.

DylanLents

Dylan Lents is a contemporary American artist known for his abstract paintings and mixed-media installations.

SarahLents

Sarah Lents is a professor of biology at John Carroll University, specializing in evolutionary biology and ecology.

JeffLentz

Jeff Lentz is an American reality TV personality who appeared on the show 'Survivor: Nicaragua' in 2010.

BethLenz

Beth Lenz is a professional golfer who has competed on the LPGA Tour and won several tournaments throughout her career.

SamuelLantz

Samuel Lantz was a German-American politician who served as the mayor of Lincoln, Nebraska from 1955 to 1959.

KarenLens

Karen Lens is a Canadian filmmaker known for her documentary films that explore social and cultural issues.

RobertLindt

Robert Lindt was a Swiss chocolatier and the founder of the Lindt chocolate brand, known for its high-quality Swiss chocolate.

JesseLens

Jesse Lens is a Dutch football player who has played for various clubs in the Eredivisie and the Dutch national team.

CarolinaLind

Carolina Lind is a Swedish singer and songwriter known for her soulful voice and her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest.

Lents Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Lents' is derived from the Scandinavian name 'Lind,' which means 'linden tree' or 'sweetheart' in Old Norse. The name was likely given to someone who lived near a linden tree or had a connection to such a tree.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Lents' is most commonly found in countries with significant Scandinavian heritage, such as Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. It can also be found in other parts of Europe and the United States.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Lents' include 'Lentz,' 'Lenz,' and 'Lindt.' These variations may be more common in different regions or among individuals with specific family histories.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Lents' may have been carried by immigrants from Scandinavia to other countries, particularly during periods of migration and settlement in the 19th and early 20th centuries.