Boy Name · German Origin
Landis
Landis — a boy name from the German tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "From the land", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Lindsy is on your shortlist, Landis belongs in the same conversation.
Landis meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: From the land
Origin: German naming roots help connect Landis to related German baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Landis as L·A·N·D·I·S, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Landis is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Landis variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Landisa, Landise, Landisy, Landi.
- Nicknames: Lan and L.
- Middle names: Pair Landis with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Landis middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Lindsy, Lindsey, Lindsay, Lyndsie, Landon — full picks on the sibling names for Landis guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Landis? Browse our names like Landis guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Landis
What does the name Landis mean?
Landis means "From the land" and is of German origin.
What is the origin of Landis?
Landis originates in German naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Landis?
Landis has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Landis a boy's or girl's name?
Landis is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Landis in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Landis sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Landis?
Names that share Landis's sound and style include Lindsy, Lindsey, Lindsay, Lyndsie, Landon.
What middle names pair well with Landis?
Good middle-name fits for Landis pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Landis is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Landis is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Landis?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Landis share its rhythm without rhyming — Lindsy, Lindsey, Lindsay all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.