Find out how popular the first name Lana has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lana by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Lana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 734 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lana.

The history of the first name Lana

The name Lana is a feminine given name of Spanish and Russian origins. It is derived from the Latin word "lana" meaning "wool" or "woolen garment". In Spanish, the name may have originated as a nickname for a woman who worked with wool or wore woolen clothing.

In Russian, the name Lana is a diminutive form of the Slavic name Svetlana, which means "light" or "luminous". It became popular in Russia and other Slavic countries in the 20th century.

One of the earliest known historical references to the name Lana is in the 12th century, when it was recorded as a medieval Spanish name. It was also used as a feminine form of the Italian name Lano, which was a variant of the name Lanfranco, meaning "free landowner".

Lana is mentioned in the epic poem "The Lusiads" by the Portuguese writer Luís de Camões, written in the 16th century. The poem tells the story of the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama's journey to India.

Some notable historical figures with the name Lana include Lana Turner (1921-1995), an American actress who was known for her roles in films such as "The Postman Always Rings Twice" and "Imitation of Life". Lana Del Rey (born 1986) is an American singer and songwriter, known for her album "Born to Die" and her vintage, cinematic style.

Lana Wachowski (born 1965) is an American film director, writer, and producer, best known for co-creating the "Matrix" trilogy with her sister Lilly Wachowski. Lana Parrilla (born 1977) is an American actress, known for her role as the Evil Queen/Regina Mills in the TV series "Once Upon a Time".

Lana Clarkson (1962-2003) was an American actress and model who was tragically killed by record producer Phil Spector in 2003.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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