Lana
girl name#406 in 2025Lana entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #188 in 1948, ranks #406 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1885–2025
#406
rank today
#188
peak (1948)
768
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #950 |
| 1890s | #1104 |
| 1900s | #1486 |
| 1910s | #1922 |
| 1920s | #1826 |
| 1930s | #1872 |
| 1940s | #220 |
| 1950s | #293 |
| 1960s | #315 |
| 1970s | #414 |
| 1980s | #568 |
| 1990s | #942 |
| 2000s | #571 |
| 2010s | #403 |
| 2020s | #398 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lana has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 50,000 people named Lana are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lana alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lana in 2025?
- Lana ranks #406 among US girl names in 2025, with 768 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lana most popular?
- Lana peaked in 1948, reaching #188 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lana with classmates?
- Lana will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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