Landin is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse elements 'land' meaning 'land' and 'inn' signifying 'home'. It is a unisex given name, though it's more commonly used for males. The name Landin was popularized in Norway during the Middle Ages but has since become less common there. However, it has started to gain attention internationally in recent years due to its unique sound and meaning. Some notable figures with this name include Norwegian football player Landin Braathen and Swedish musician Landon cube.
The name Landin experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity over the past four decades, with notable peaks in recent years. Between 1983 and 1995, birth numbers remained relatively low and stable, ranging from 5 to 15 per year. However, starting in 1996, there was a substantial increase, peaking at 268 births in 2007. After this peak, the number of Landin births began to decline steadily, dropping below 100 in 2013 and continuing to decrease through 2022, with only 26 births recorded that year. In total, there have been 2630 babies named Landin since 1983.