Lando Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lando is an Italian name derived from Orlando, which comes from the Old High German name Roland. It means 'famous throughout the land' and has evolved through various forms. The name is associated with modern traits of charm and adventure, with no biblical relevance. Lando gained popularity in the 20th century, largely due to its use in popular culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lando"
Pronunciation
/ˈlændoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Lando is derived from the Italian name Orlando, which stems from the Old High German name Roland, meaning 'famous throughout the land'.
Meaning
famous throughout the land
Language Evolution
Roland (Old High German), Orlando (Italian), Lando (Italian derivative)
Historical Usage
The name Lando gained popularity in the 20th century, especially due to its association with popular culture, including characters in films and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Orlando, Roland
Modern Popularity & Image
Lando is perceived as a modern and adventurous name, often associated with charm and charisma, especially in popular media.
Famous People
Lando Calrissian, a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise, Lando Norris, a British Formula One racing driver
📊 Lando Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Lando Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 83 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lando"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lando"
"Lando" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4998th of 7545 | 32 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4521st of 6773 | 37 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6435th of 10718 | 35 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8429th of 16616 | 51 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9859th of 24088 | 88 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3361st of 23106 | 405 |
Regional Popularity of "Lando" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
75.30% 3000th/3984 |
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40.77% 2781st/6822 |
38.37% 2408th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lando" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lando"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lando" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lando" in the United States
The name Lando is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lando has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lando' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4998th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4521st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6435th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8429th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9859th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3361st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lando' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.