Lanier Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationluh-NEER / ləˈnɪrFrench; English
Meaning
French: 'from the place of the reeds'; English: 'a surname'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lanier has French origins, often associated with geographical locations characterized by reeds or marshy areas. It has also been used as a surname in English-speaking countries. The name gained some popularity in the United States, particularly in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
The name Lanier has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lanyer
International Variants
- Lanière (French)
Famous people named Lanier
Lanier Phillips was an American civil rights activist and the first African American to serve as a Navy sonar technician.
Lanier Meaders was an American potter known for his contributions to folk pottery in Georgia.
Fictional characters named Lanier
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lanier was first seen in the United States in 1914. Lanier has ranked as high as #1016 nationally, which occurred in 1952, and has been most popular in Georgia, and California. In the past 5 years the name Lanier has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lanier (1974)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |