NAME PROFILE
Lanita
Lanita is a feminine name that can be interpreted as a blend of 'Lana,' meaning 'light' in several languages, and the diminutive suffix '-ita,' which conveys affection. This name embodies elements of brightness, warmth, and creativity.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,721 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1958 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1926 |
| Most recent | 2009 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | African-American, Latin |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 36%CA — 28%IL — 17%OK — 10%OH — 8%
Notable People
Lanita Carter (Activist and Educator) · Lanita Smith (Author and Public Speaker) · Lanita Adams (Artist) · Lanita Lewis (Community Leader) · Lanita Johnson (Dancer and Choreographer)
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