Alandus
A masculine name of Latin origin signifying "from another land".
Name Census estimates that about 19 living Americans carry the first name Alandus. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Alandus today is around 52 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Alandus births was 1974 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Alandus. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Alandus. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
19
~ 1 in 18,039,702 Americans
Peak year
1974
6 babies that year
Average age
52
years old
1988 SSA rank
#7,298
Tracked since 1959
Popularity
Alandus: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Alandus from the 1950s through to the 1980s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 11 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1970s peak, Alandus remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Alandus by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Alandus during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Alandus
The name Alandus is believed to have originated from the Old German language, with roots tracing back to the 5th century AD. It is derived from the Germanic word "ala," meaning "all" or "whole," combined with the suffix "-and," which signifies "brave" or "courageous." This suggests that the name Alandus was initially associated with the concept of an "entirely brave" or "wholly courageous" person.
During the Medieval period, the name Alandus gained prominence in various Germanic regions, particularly in present-day Germany and the surrounding areas. It was often used as a given name for noble families and warriors, reflecting the cultural values of strength and bravery.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alandus can be found in the Carolingian Chronicles, a historical record from the 9th century. In these chronicles, an Alandus is mentioned as a loyal retainer to Charlemagne, the renowned Frankish king and Holy Roman Emperor.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Alandus. One such figure was Alandus of Saxony (c. 1050-1120), a German nobleman and military commander who played a significant role in the Crusades. He was known for his bravery and leadership during the First Crusade and was knighted for his service.
Another prominent Alandus was Alandus the Scribe (c. 1220-1290), a renowned calligrapher and illuminator of manuscripts in medieval Europe. His exquisite works were highly sought after by monasteries and nobles, and some of his masterpieces are still preserved in museums and libraries today.
In the 14th century, there was Alandus the Physician (c. 1310-1380), a renowned healer and scholar from Italy. His medical treatises and innovative techniques in treating various ailments earned him widespread recognition during his lifetime.
The name Alandus also appears in religious texts and records. Alandus of Clairvaux (c. 1090-1170) was a Cistercian monk and close companion of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, the renowned French abbot and theologian. Alandus is mentioned in several historical accounts as a devoted follower and scribe of Saint Bernard.
Another notable figure was Alandus the Poet (c. 1450-1520), a German Renaissance writer and humanist scholar. His poetic works, often celebrating the virtues of bravery and honor, were widely circulated and appreciated during the Renaissance period.
While the name Alandus may not be as common today, its rich historical legacy and associations with courage, nobility, and scholarly pursuits have left an indelible mark on various cultures and traditions throughout the centuries.
People
Alandus + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Alandus as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Alandus: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Alandus?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 19 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Alandus going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 18,039,702 US residents.
Is Alandus a common name?
We classify Alandus as "Very Rare". It ranks above 39.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 21 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Alandus most popular?
The single biggest year for Alandus was 1974, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Alandus is about 52 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Alandus in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Alandus a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Alandus in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Alandus still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Alandus in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Alandus can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Alandus?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.