Landes (surname)

Landes is a surname of German origin. It is derived from the German word "Land," meaning "land" or "country." The surname could have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived in a rural area, or a habitational name for someone from a place named with this element. It's also possible that it originated as a regional name for someone from a specific region within a larger territory.

Variations of the name can include Land, Lande, Landers, and Lander.

The surname is found in various European countries and has been carried to other parts of the world, including North America, through migration and emigration. Records of individuals with the surname Landes can be found in historical documents such as census records, immigration lists, and church registers.

Notable people with the surname Landes include:

• David Landes (1924-2013): An American economic historian.
• Joan B. Landes: An American historian and professor specializing in European intellectual and cultural history.
• Ruth Landes (1908-1991): An American cultural anthropologist.