Lynds History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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The Lynds 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.

Early Origins of the Lynds family

The surname Lynds was first found in Prussia, 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.

Early History of the Lynds family

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Lynds Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Lind, Lynd, Lint, Lynt and others.

Early Notables of the Lynds family

Prominent figures of the time who bore the name Lynds were Anton Franz Hermann Lindt, a general in the Saxon army, who was ennobled in 1780. He was born in Frankfurt a.M. but moved with the family to Dresden. In 1784 he became general-inspector of the infantry, and in 1799 General of...
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Migration of the Lynds family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johannes VonDer Lindt, who came to Philadelphia in 1749. John Lindt came to New Castle, Delaware in 1849; while Wilhelm Lindt arrived in Philadelphia in 1806. Anna Elisabeth Lind emigrated to Pennsylvania sometime between 1741 and 1767.

Contemporary Notables of the name Lynds (post 1700) +

Helen Merrell Lynds (1896-1982), American sociologist and social philosopher
Captain Elam Lynds (1784-1855), American creator of the Auburn system starting in 1821
Gayle Lynds, American author
Laurie Lynds, Canadian film and television director
Peter Lynds (b. 1975), New Zealand physicist

The Lynds Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Sub manu solius dei
Motto Translation: Under the hand of the kingdom of God.