Lan Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlan / lænChinese; English
Meaning
Chinese: 'smooth'; English: diminutive of names like Lancelot
Historical & Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, the name Lan often signifies beauty and elegance, as it can be associated with the orchid flower. The name has been used in various contexts, including literature and poetry. In English-speaking countries, Lan may be seen as a modern or unique name choice, often derived from longer names.
Trend Summary
The name Lan has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often used in specific cultural contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Laan
- Lance
International Variants
- Lan (Vietnamese)
- Lán (Hungarian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lan was first seen in the United States in 1948. Lan has ranked as high as #1100 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Lan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lan (1986)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 9 |