Lana
Lana: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɑːnə/
Meaning and origin of Lana
- A female given name from Russian.
Etymology
Short form of Alana, or from Russian Ла́на (Lána), diminutive of several names including Светла́на (Svetlána).
How popular is Lana?
Since 1880, 57,434 girls and 15 boys in the U.S. have been named Lana (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #188 in 1948. Its highest rank for boys was #3812 in 1943. In 2025 it ranked #406 for girls, with 768 babies given the name.
Names similar to Lana
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Sibling name ideas for Lana
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Lana FAQ
What does the name Lana mean?
A female given name from Russian. Short form of Alana, or from Russian Ла́на (Lána), diminutive of several names including Светла́на (Svetlána).
What is the origin of the name Lana?
Lana is listed as a name of Russian origin.
How popular is the name Lana?
Since 1880, 57,434 girls and 15 boys in the U.S. have been named Lana (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #188 in 1948. Its highest rank for boys was #3812 in 1943. In 2025 it ranked #406 for girls, with 768 babies given the name.
Is Lana a boy or girl name?
Lana is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 57,434 girls and 15 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.