Little Lana; rock or wool
Lanita is a diminutive form of Lana, often used in Spanish-speaking cultures as a pet name. Its roots are multifaceted, potentially deriving from the Gaelic 'ailin' meaning little rock, or the Spanish 'lana' meaning wool. It emerged as a rhythmic, feminine variation during the mid-20th century.
Less common today
Lanita isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,746 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress known for mid-century television roles
