Landon
Meaning of Landon
Landon is a male name of English origin, pronounced as LAN-duhn (/ˈlændən/). It is derived from the Old English word "Langdun," which means "long hill." The name has been in use since the late 19th century and gained popularity in the United States around the 2000s. Landon's popularity has consistently increased over time, reaching its peak in 2010 when it was ranked 32nd most common name for newborn boys. Its slight variation includes Landen. This masculine name exudes strength and determination, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking a robust yet modern name for their sons.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as LAN-duhn (/'lændən/)
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Notable People Named Landon
| Landon Timothy Donovan is a retired American soccer player, known for his contributions to the sport and his involvement with San Diego Loyal SC. |
| Landon Alexander Collins is a former American football safety and linebacker who played for the New York Giants and the Washington Commanders. |
| Landon Carter Haynes was a prominent American politician and Confederate States senator from Tennessee, known for his service in the Tennessee House of Representatives and his work as an editor of the Tennessee Sentinel. |
| Landon Montel Turner is a former basketball player who played for the Indiana Hoosiers and overcame a tragic car accident to become a motivational speaker. |
| Col. Landon Carter was a prominent American planter, burgess, and patriotic writer known for his influential journal, The Diary of Colonel Landon Carter, which depicted colonial life before the American War of Independence. |
| Landon Dickerson is an American football guard for the Philadelphia Eagles, having played college football at Florida State and Alabama before being drafted 37th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. |
| Landon Pigg is an American singer-songwriter and actor known for his work in the music and entertainment industry. |
| Landon Tremone Johnson is a former American football linebacker who played for the Cincinnati Bengals and attended Purdue University. |
| Landon Ashworth is a multi-talented American actor, producer, writer, director, pilot, and golfer, known for his diverse skill set and achievements. |
| Landon Turner is a free agent American football guard who played college football at North Carolina and is the nephew of former NFL player Jim Braxton. |
| Landon Liboiron is a Canadian actor known for his roles as Declan Coyne in Degrassi: The Next Generation and Peter Rumancek in Netflix's original series Hemlock Grove. |
| Landon T. Clay was an American businessman and founder of the Clay Mathematics Institute who passed away on July 29, 2017. |
| Landon Young is an American football offensive tackle for the New Orleans Saints, having played college football at Kentucky and being drafted by the Saints in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft. |
| Landon Bussie is the current head coach of the Alcorn State college basketball team. |
| Landon Fox is an American football coach and the current head coach at Valparaiso University, with previous experience as an assistant at Dayton. |
