Derived from Alana, meaning precious or awakening
Lanay is a modern American coinage, likely created as a phonetic variant of Lanae or a diminutive of Alana. It draws from the Gaelic 'ailin', meaning little rock or precious, and the Hawaiian 'lani', meaning sky or heaven. Its usage is rare and often chosen for its melodic, contemporary sound.
About 5 girls were named Lanay in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
