Summary

Surname LINTON is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It may refer to someone who lived near a lake or pond. The name has a rich history and is found in various regions of the world.
There are
14354
Lintons in the USA
Linton is the
2524th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Linton

JamesLinton

James Linton was a British Victorian artist known for his landscape paintings.

HomerLinton

Homer Linton was an American politician and lawyer who served as the Attorney General of Ohio.

MaryLinton

Mary Linton was a fictional character in the video game 'Red Dead Redemption 2.'

JonathanLinton

Jonathan Linton is a former professional American football player who played as a running back.

WalterLinton

Walter Linton was a Scottish rugby union player who represented Scotland at international level.

RegLinton

Reg Linton was an English professional footballer who played as a forward.

MargaretLinton

Margaret Linton was an Australian swimmer who won a silver medal at the 1912 Summer Olympics.

ClarissaLinton

Clarissa Linton is a fictional character in the novel 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen.

ArthurLinton

Arthur Linton was a Welsh cyclist who held the world record for the one-hour distance.

RebeccaLinton

Rebecca Linton is a fictional character in the television series 'Warehouse 13.'

Linton Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Linton' is of English and Scottish origin. It is derived from several place names in England and Scotland, meaning 'flax settlement' or 'settlement by the pool.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Linton' is most commonly found in the United States, followed by the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Linton' include 'Lynton' and 'Linten.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Linton' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, including the United States, during periods of British colonization and industrialization.