Landen
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Long hill, grassy plain
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #1045 in 2025 with 212 babies born.
History: Landen is a spelling variant of Landon, from the Old English meaning long hill or grassy plain. The -en ending gives it a slightly softer sound than the traditional Landon. It has been used in the United States as a modern alternative, growing in popularity in the early 21st century.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Landen? About 1 in 15,199 babies born in 2025 were named Landen, or roughly 0.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Landen
What does the name Landen mean?
Landen means “Long hill, grassy plain” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Landen?
Landen has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Long hill, grassy plain”.
How popular is Landen?
Landen ranked #1044 in 2025 — given to 212 babies that year.
When was Landen most popular?
Landen peaked in 2008 with 1,976 babies registered that year.
Is Landen a boy or girl name?
Landen is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Landens in registered births are male.
Is the name Landen rising or falling in popularity?
Landen has fallen 454 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #590 in 2020 to #1044 in 2025.
How long has Landen been recorded?
Landen appears in birth records across 54 years — from 1969 through 2025.