Lanier
boy name#12008 in 2025Lanier entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1738 in 1944, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#12008
rank today
#1738
peak (1944)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3234 |
| 1920s | #2442 |
| 1930s | #2497 |
| 1940s | #2071 |
| 1950s | #2484 |
| 1960s | #2691 |
| 1970s | #3224 |
| 1980s | #4139 |
| 1990s | #6271 |
| 2000s | #8986 |
| 2010s | #9356 |
| 2020s | #9351 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Lanier are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lanier alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lanier in 2025?
- Lanier ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lanier most popular?
- Lanier peaked in 1944, reaching #1738 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lanier with classmates?
- Lanier will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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