Laney Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAY-nee / ˈleɪniEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Meadow; Hebrew: God has answered
Historical & Cultural Background
Laney is often considered a diminutive of names like Elaine or Elena. It has gained popularity as a standalone name in recent years. The name is predominantly used in English-speaking countries. Its usage for boys is less common but has been noted in some contexts.
Trend Summary
Laney has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a given name for boys in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lani
- Lainey
International Variants
- Elena (Spanish)
- Elena (Italian)
Famous people named Laney
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Fictional characters named Laney
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Laney was first seen in the United States in 1916. Laney has ranked as high as #993 nationally, which occurred in 1950, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Laney has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Laney
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |