Lanya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAN-yah / ˈlæn.jəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God has answered'; English: diminutive of names like Elena
Historical & Cultural Background
Lanya is often considered a variant of the name Elena, which has roots in Hebrew and Greek. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is sometimes used as a standalone name or as a diminutive form of longer names. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences and has a modern appeal.
Trend Summary
Lanya has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lani
- Lana
International Variants
- Lana (Slavic)
- Elena (Spanish)
- Lani (Hawaiian)
Famous people named Lanya
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lanya was first seen in the United States in 1970. Lanya has ranked as high as #1275 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Ohio, Texas, California, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Lanya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lanya (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 55 |
| 2004 | 70 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2006 | 61 |
| 2007 | 72 |
| 2008 | 62 |
| 2009 | 49 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 9 |