NAME PROFILE
Lanaya
Derived from the Latin word caritas, meaning dear or beloved; a vibrant name that embodies a generous spirit and a naturally affectionate personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,435 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2004 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1997 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 52%NY — 16%IL — 12%MI — 12%OH — 8%
Notable People
Chari Hawkins (Track and field athlete and heptathlete) · Chari Larsson (Art historian and academic author) · Chari Hand (Member of the US Synchronized Swimming team) · Chari Smith (Renowned playwright and children's book author) · Chari Potts (Professional writer and advocate for youth)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ChaRiChar
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