NAME PROFILE

Lanyah

A combination of Ellie, meaning 'God is my light' or 'shining light,' and Anna, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' This name suggests a personality that is both radiant and full of compassionate elegance, reflecting a person who illuminates the lives of others through their kind-hearted nature.

Key Stats

Total births473
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2007
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded2007
Most recent2010
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 50%MI — 50%AK — 0%PA — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Elliana Walmsley (Professional Dancer and TV Personality) · Eliana Alexander (Actress known for General Hospital) · Eliana Jones (Canadian Actress in Hemlock Grove) · Eliana Busch (Award-winning competitive swimmer) · Eliana Ramos (Uruguayan fashion model)

Nicknames & Diminutives

EllieAnnaAnnieElleLia

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