Lanis
girl nameLanis entered the US charts in 1940, peaked at #3378 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1940–2025
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rank today
#3378
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4327 |
| 1950s | #4741 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lanis are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lanis alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lanis in 2025?
- Lanis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lanis most popular?
- Lanis peaked in 1944, reaching #3378 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lanis with classmates?
- Lanis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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