How popular is the name Laney in 2025?

Laney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Laney most popular?

Laney peaked in 1950, reaching #1941 among US boy names.

Laney will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Laney entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1941 in 1950, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1941

peak (1950)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Laney are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Laney alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Laney in 2025?: Laney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Laney most popular?: Laney peaked in 1950, reaching #1941 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Laney with classmates?: Laney will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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