Lander Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lander originates from Dutch and means 'defender of men'. It evolved from Aleander and Alexander, reflecting a lineage that traces back to Greek roots. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and is now viewed as unique and modern. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lander"
Pronunciation
/ˈlændər/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
The name Lander is derived from the Dutch personal name 'Lander', which is a diminutive form of 'Aleander', a variant of 'Alexander'. The name Alexander itself comes from the Greek 'Alexandros', meaning 'defender of men'.
Meaning
defender of men
Language Evolution
Aleander, Alexander, Lander
Historical Usage
The name Lander gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Dutch-speaking regions, and has since spread to other cultures as a given name and surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Landy, Lando, Landeros
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lander is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Lander Medica, an American soccer player, Lander Neff, a Belgian artist
📊 Lander Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Lander Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lander"
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 "Lander"
"Lander" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3484th of 7545 | 88 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3509th of 6773 | 82 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3220th of 7552 | 125 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5827th of 10718 | 46 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6273rd of 16616 | 97 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4476th of 24088 | 307 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3552nd of 23106 | 376 |
Regional Popularity of "Lander" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lander" 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 "Lander"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lander" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lander" in the United States
The name Lander is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lander has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lander' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3484th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3509th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3220th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5827th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6273rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4476th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3552nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lander' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.