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Landry vs Smith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Landry

Boy #1,387 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the land"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

American French Cajun/Louisiana

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,387
Total SSA Count
135
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,580
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Landry Rank #1,387
Smith Rank #1,580

Landry is more popular, ranked #1387 vs #1580 for Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Landry or Smith more popular?

Landry is more popular, ranked #1387 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Landry and Smith mean?

Landry means "ruler of the land" (Old German origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Landry and Smith boy or girl names?

Landry is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.

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