Landon Boy
Origin(s)
English; Irish
Meaning
English: long hill; Irish: from the grove
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Landon has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from a place name meaning 'long hill.' The Irish variant suggests a connection to nature, specifically a grove. The name has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Landon has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States, particularly since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Brandon, Mason, Caden, Jaden, Aiden, Grayson, Kaden, Dylan, Ronan, Hayden
Variants
- Landen
- Landonne
International Variants
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Famous people named Landon
Landon Donovan is a retired American soccer player known for his contributions to Major League Soccer and the U.S. Men's National Team.
Landon Cassill is an American professional stock car racing driver who has competed in various NASCAR series.
Landon Pigg is an American singer-songwriter recognized for his music career and contributions to film soundtracks.
Landon McBroom is a social media influencer and YouTuber known for his family-oriented content.
Fictional characters named Landon
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Landon was first seen in the United States in 1882. Landon has ranked as high as #43 nationally which occurred in 2010 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Landon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Landon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 320 | |
| TX | 279 | |
| FL | 195 | |
| NY | 187 | |
| PA | 148 | |
| OH | 137 | |
| GA | 125 | |
| MI | 115 | |
| NC | 108 | |
| IL | 101 | |
| VA | 98 | |
| MA | 84 | |
| IN | 80 | |
| WA | 77 | |
| TN | 74 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1892 | 9 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 30 |
| 1915 | 28 |
| 1916 | 37 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 36 |
| 1920 | 31 |
| 1921 | 43 |
| 1922 | 42 |
| 1923 | 49 |
| 1924 | 38 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 35 |
| 1927 | 36 |
| 1928 | 37 |
| 1929 | 29 |
| 1930 | 39 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 35 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 46 |
| 1936 | 174 |
| 1937 | 60 |
| 1938 | 31 |
| 1939 | 35 |
| 1940 | 41 |
| 1941 | 25 |
| 1942 | 39 |
| 1943 | 34 |
| 1944 | 35 |
| 1945 | 23 |
| 1946 | 29 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 36 |
| 1949 | 24 |
| 1950 | 39 |
| 1951 | 37 |
| 1952 | 41 |
| 1953 | 31 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 30 |
| 1957 | 37 |
| 1958 | 33 |
| 1959 | 34 |
| 1960 | 49 |
| 1961 | 60 |
| 1962 | 59 |
| 1963 | 66 |
| 1964 | 67 |
| 1965 | 72 |
| 1966 | 64 |
| 1967 | 66 |
| 1968 | 69 |
| 1969 | 110 |
| 1970 | 108 |
| 1971 | 108 |
| 1972 | 111 |
| 1973 | 82 |
| 1974 | 133 |
| 1975 | 212 |
| 1976 | 219 |
| 1977 | 255 |
| 1978 | 293 |
| 1979 | 391 |
| 1980 | 375 |
| 1981 | 493 |
| 1982 | 574 |
| 1983 | 580 |
| 1984 | 574 |
| 1985 | 607 |
| 1986 | 631 |
| 1987 | 658 |
| 1988 | 724 |
| 1989 | 752 |
| 1990 | 760 |
| 1991 | 913 |
| 1992 | 1,036 |
| 1993 | 1,120 |
| 1994 | 1,157 |
| 1995 | 1,224 |
| 1996 | 1,396 |
| 1997 | 1,545 |
| 1998 | 1,644 |
| 1999 | 1,715 |
| 2000 | 1,758 |
| 2001 | 1,881 |
| 2002 | 2,722 |
| 2003 | 4,412 |
| 2004 | 5,042 |
| 2005 | 7,110 |
| 2006 | 9,574 |
| 2007 | 9,102 |
| 2008 | 9,360 |
| 2009 | 10,168 |
| 2010 | 10,483 |
| 2011 | 9,761 |
| 2012 | 9,354 |
| 2013 | 8,751 |
| 2014 | 8,244 |
| 2015 | 7,947 |
| 2016 | 7,046 |
| 2017 | 6,357 |
| 2018 | 5,859 |
| 2019 | 5,508 |
| 2020 | 4,781 |
| 2021 | 4,602 |
| 2022 | 4,028 |
| 2023 | 3,651 |
| 2024 | 3,316 |