Holding steady.
Popularity of Lannis since 1938
Babies named Lannis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 0 | 5 |
| 1940s | 22 | 55 |
| 1950s | 6 | 57 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lannis is a rare American given name that first appeared on birth records in 1938. Its peak popularity occurred in 1944, during an era when many short, informal names were in vogue. Since then, its usage has declined significantly; the name has never ranked in the national top 1000, and recent data shows fewer than five births per year. Lannis likely originated as a variant of Lanny, a nickname for Roland or similar names. The trajectory of the name has been stable at very low levels for decades. Because it is borne by so few individuals, it has no strong regional ties. Lannis remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with mid-century American flavor.
Lannis is a rare given name that emerged in the United States in the 20th century. It is likely a variant of Lanny, itself a diminutive of Roland or other names containing the syllable 'lan'. The name saw modest use in the 1940s, peaking in 1944, but has since become extremely uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lanny, Lan
Variants: Lanny
Sibling names for Lannis
Names that share Lannis's style, for a brother or sister.
