Landon, of Germanic origin, is derived from the Old English elements 'land' meaning 'land' and 'wine', translating to 'land owner'. It has been used as a given name since the late 19th century and gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. Notable bearers of this name include American actors Landon Donovan (soccer player) and Landon Liboiron (actor), and Canadian ice hockey player Landon Ferraro. The name has also been used as a surname over centuries.
The name Landon experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a significant rise starting from the late 1980s to the early 2000s. Between 2004 and 2017, the number of births consistently stayed above 20 per year, peaking at 65 in 2017. However, there's been a decline since then, with only 34 births recorded in 2022. In total, 1125 babies were named Landon from 1943 to 2023.