Langdon is an uncommon yet appealing given name of English origin, derived from the Old English 'hlanc' meaning 'long', and 'dune' signifying 'hill'. It carries a distinct historical resonance as it was borne by notable figures such as Langdon West, a key figure in early California history. However, its popularity has been relatively low compared to other names of similar vintage.
"The name Langdon saw a decade-long gap between births, with five occurrences each in 1999 and 2008, resulting in a total of ten newborns over these years."