In German, name Lindy. Bell means – Snake; Lime tree; linden tree. Diminutive of Belinda: From the Old German Betlindis, which is derived from the word for snake. Famous bearer: Belinda was heroine of 18th century poet Alexander Popes The Rape of the Lock.. Name Lindy. Bell originated as an German name. Name Lindy. Bell is most often used as a girl name or female name.