Landyn
Landyn is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Long hill or ridge.
Origin and history
Landyn is a modern American spelling variation of the Old English name Landon, which originally derived from a surname meaning long hill. It gained popularity in the United States during the early 21st century alongside the trend for names ending in the 'n' sound. It offers a contemporary, stylish twist on a classic topographic name.
Popularity in the United States
11,887 babies in the United States have been named Landyn since 1880. It ranks #1086 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #771.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.7 %)
- OH (6.8 %)
- PA (5.1 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
- MI (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 139 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,281 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,631 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,825 |
Fun facts
- Landyn arose as a 21st-century respelling of Landon, replacing the 'o' with a 'y' to give it a distinct look.
- The original surname Landon combines Old English words referring to a long ridge or hill.