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Landry

Gender-neutral · German · Medium name

Meaning
Ruler of the land, estate ruler
Pronunciation
LAN-dree
Origin
German

From Germanic, a form of Landric meaning ruler of the land.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: German, French, English

Commonly used in: United States, France, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • LandrieEnglish

    Variant spelling.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Landry

    c. 7th century

    French saint, Bishop of Paris, associated with a hospital he founded.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, German Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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