US Popularity:19346
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Favor, grace
A new addition to your family is the perfect time to show some love for the name Lanita. The rare and lovely girl's name Lanita, meaning "favor" or "grace," does the job beautifully. A blend of the la prefix and Anita, Lanita is memorable, musical, and vintage-chic with its peak popularity in the 1950s and '60s. Plus, the nicknames are adorable! From Lana and Nita to Lonny, the possibilities are endless.
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How Popular Is The Name Lanita?

U.S. Births

Overall:Lanita is currently #19346 in U.S. births
Girl:Lanita is currently #11482 in U.S. births

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2025
#11482
in 2025
+ 1351
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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