Landan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Landan is an Old English name meaning 'land' or 'ground'. It evolved from historical forms like Londin and has gained popularity as a modern name. It is often associated with strength and independence, with no biblical relevance.
The name Landan is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Landan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Landan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3765th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1470th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2601st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Landan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Landan"
Pronunciation
/ˈlændən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Landan is derived from the Old English word 'land', meaning 'land' or 'ground', combined with an element that suggests a place or settlement.
Meaning
land
Language Evolution
Landan, Landon, Londin
Historical Usage
The name Landan gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern given name, often associated with a contemporary and rugged image.
Variants & Derivatives
Landon, Landen, Landonne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Landan is perceived as a trendy and masculine name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Landon Donovan, Landon Cassill
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Landan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Landan"
"Landan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3765th of 16616 | 220 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1470th of 24088 | 1,544 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2601st of 23106 | 596 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Landan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
59.30% 3080th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.10% 1196th/4582 |
46.05% 2378th/5164 |
18.19% 1330th/7313 |
33.94% 2533rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.66% 2377th/3984 |
78.20% 3509th/4487 |
37.38% 2550th/6822 |
58.49% 3671st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Landan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Landan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Landan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.