Landry

Meaning ruler of land
Origin French, German
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Landry
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Land-ry

About Landry

Landry breaks conventions in the most appealing way possible, offering a surname-as-first-name choice that feels both contemporary and timeless. This name has gained traction among parents seeking something genuinely different without venturing into invented territory. Landry carries a certain sophistication and strength, suggesting someone who leads rather than follows. The ending in "y" softens what might otherwise feel too surname-like, adding accessibility while maintaining distinction.

There's an aristocratic quality to Landry without any stuffiness, evoking images of Southern charm and European elegance simultaneously. The name works exceptionally well for families who appreciate gender-neutral options, though it's increasingly chosen for girls specifically. Landry has a crispness to its pronunciation, with clear consonants that prevent any mushiness or ambiguity.

The two-syllable structure makes it snappy and memorable, easy to call out across a room yet distinctive enough that heads will turn. Landry pairs particularly well with more traditional middle names, creating interesting contrasts that highlight both choices. The name suggests confidence and capability, qualities parents naturally wish to instill in their children.

It works across various professional settings, easily imagined on academic credentials or business cards. For families seeking something truly distinctive that stands apart from trending choices, Landry offers bold individuality with elegant restraint.

Variations of Name Landry

Landerie
Landrie
Landria

Nicknames for Landry

Lan
Landy
Dry
Andy
Dree
Landry

Famous People Named Landry

Landry BenderAmerican actress
Landry HarrisCanadian Olympic swimmer
Landry N'GuemoCameroonian footballer
Landry ShametAmerican NBA basketball player
Landry AllbrightAmerican actress
Landry FieldsAmerican former NBA player
Landry de la ReySouth African singer and songwriter
Landry MulemoBelgian footballer
Landry Jo SandsAmerican child actress
Landry AlbrightAmerican YouTube personality

Characters Named Landry

Landry de MartignyCharacter from the Canadian TV series "Les Beaux Malaises"
Landry ParkinCharacter from the TV series "The Secret Life of the American Teenager"
Landry BenderPortrayed the character Cleo Bernstein in the TV series "Crash & Bernstein"
Landry NnokoCharacter in the video game "Outlast 2"
Landry de La FerrièreCharacter in the novel "The Hollow Hills" by Mary Stewart
Landry DonovanProtagonist of the book "Landry Park" by Bethany Hagen
Landry ThompsonDancer and viral video sensation
Landry de la LaurencieCharacter in the opera "L'Africaine" by Giacomo Meyerbeer
Landry de LauzonCharacter in the French film "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg"