Modern creation, possibly meaning heavenly flower or calm
Lanijah is a modern American rhythmic name. It likely combines the popular 'La-' prefix with elements of names like Anijah or Alani, often associated with Hawaiian roots meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'.
Less common today
Lanijah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,810 in 2010.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
