Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Lana.
National Rank (2025)
#406
All-Time Peak Rank
#188 (1948)
Total U.S. Births
57,434
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Lana Vibe: This choice is considered a Declining Classic. A previously dominant name currently experiencing a prolonged generational cooling period.
📖 The Story Behind Lana
According to SSA data, Lana achieved its highest historical rank of #188 in 1948. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1948 with 1,465 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 16.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 126 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Lana scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-16.7% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,465Births in 1948
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
126Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:21
1890s:63
1900s:81
1910s:142
1920s:230
1930s:251
1940s:10,199
1950s:8,932
1960s:8,320
1970s:5,235
1980s:3,484
1990s:2,083
2000s:5,766
2010s:7,921
2020s:4,706
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesLa-na
Letter Count4 Letters
Spelling ComplexityEasy
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 1.4% of SSA names. Starts with L, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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