Landa is a name of Spanish origin, derived from the Basque word 'landa', which means 'land'. It is often associated with the Basques, an ethnic group indigenous to the Western Pyrenees, spanning northeastern Spain and southwestern France. Historically, Landa was used as a surname, but in recent years, it has gained traction as a given name for both boys and girls. Pronounced /'lɑːndə/, it is typically stressed on the first syllable and has a soft 'd' sound similar to that in 'the'. The name Landa carries a unique earthy and grounded quality, reflecting its literal meaning of 'land'. It is relatively uncommon, allowing it to stand out as a distinctive choice for parents seeking an unusual yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Landa saw varied popularity from the late 1930s to the late 1990s, with peaks and valleys in its usage over these decades. The highest number of births occurred in 1947 with 22 births, while some years like 1982 and 1990 only had 5 births each. Overall, there were a total of 639 births registered under the name Landa during this period.