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Langdon is a rare masculine first name that is considered a variant of the name Landon. It means "the long slope" or "the long hill."
What does the name Langdon mean?
The origin of the name Langdon can be found in Old English, derived from the elements 'lang' for "long" and 'dun' for "hill" or "dune". Other forms of the name include Landen and Lanny.
Where does the name Langdon come from?
The name Langdon has its roots in Old English and Anglo-Saxon regions, where it carries the meaning "the long slope". The composition consists of the Old English word 'lang' (long) and 'dun' (hill, dune). The language is English.
How do you pronounce Langdon?
Lang-don
Popularity
In Germany, Langdon is considered a rare first name and has not yet made it onto German name popularity lists. Its highest ranking in the USA was 2,135th place in 1951. In the last ten years, the name has been given approximately 140 times there, placing it at 2,800th in the ten-year statistics. From 1930 to 2024, it ranks 2,469th in the USA.
Frequently asked questions about the name Langdon
Where does the name Langdon come from?
The name Langdon has its roots in Old English and originates from the Anglo-Saxon region.
What does the name Langdon mean?
Langdon is composed of the Old English elements 'lang' for 'long' and 'dun' for 'hill' or 'dune', thus meaning 'the long slope'.
How popular is the name Langdon?
The popularity of the name Langdon varies, but it is generally less common than many other traditional names.