Lanyah
Lanyah is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,409 in the US, popular nicknames include Lan, Lay, and Lanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lanyah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 462 babies have been named Lanyah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lanyah is past its peak , currently ranked #21,409 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,409
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Lanyah
Lanyah is a girl name .
Lanyah is currently ranked #21,409 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lanyah include Lan, Lay, Lanie, and Lanyie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis