lande

Lande is a term used as both a surname and a geographic place name in several European contexts. The name typically reflects a toponymic origin related to the word land, territory, or country in Germanic languages.

As a surname, Lande often arose as a habitational name for people from a place called Lande or for individuals associated with landownership or rural communities. It is found in German-speaking regions and among communities with Germanic or Nordic heritage, and has spread through migration and diaspora.

As a geographic toponym, Lande appears in the names of small settlements or localities in various countries. Such places are usually rural or historical communities, sometimes existing as independent municipalities or as parts of larger towns. Because Lande is used in multiple languages and regions, the precise identity of a place bearing the name depends on the country and administrative context.

In usage and references, Lande may therefore require clarification by specifying the country, region, or context to identify the intended surname or locality. The term is distinct from similar names such as Landa, Landes, Lander, or Land, which have related but separate origins and meanings.

See also: Landa, Landes, Lander, Land.