A modern coinage, possibly meaning precious or calm
Lanae is a modern American name likely created by combining the prefix 'La-' with the name 'Nae' or as a variation of Lana. While its exact etymology is fluid, it is often associated with the Hawaiian name Lana, meaning 'calm as still waters', or the Gaelic 'Ailin', meaning 'little rock' or 'precious'.
About 32 girls were named Lanae in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
