Arlette vs Laney

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laney

Girl #689 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek via Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#689
Total SSA Count
411
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lane

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlette Rank #583
Laney Rank #689

Arlette is more popular, ranked #583 vs #689 for Laney.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlette ___

  • Arlette Marie
  • Arlette Claire
  • Arlette Louise
  • Arlette Elise
  • Arlette Sophie
  • Arlette Blanc

Laney ___

  • Laney Mae
  • Laney Grace
  • Laney Rose
  • Laney Claire
  • Laney Beth
  • Laney Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlette

Colette Simone Marcel Renée Odette

If you choose Laney

Paisley Beau Hallie Wyatt Sadie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlette or Laney more popular?

Arlette is more popular, ranked #583 compared to Laney at #689 in the United States.

What do Arlette and Laney mean?

Arlette means "eagle, noble strength" (Germanic origin). Laney means "bright, shining light" (Greek via Old French origin).

Are Arlette and Laney boy or girl names?

Arlette is primarily a girl name. Laney is primarily a girl name.

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