Lanora Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lanora is an English name derived from the Old Provençal Alienor, meaning 'light.' Its evolution includes historical forms like Eleanor. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the U.S., and is associated with strength and uniqueness. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lanora"
Pronunciation
/ləˈnɔːrə/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Lanora is a modern American variant derived from the name Eleanor, which itself has roots in the Old Provençal name Alienor.
Meaning
Light
Language Evolution
Alienor, Eleanor, Lanora
Historical Usage
Lanora is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Nora, Lana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lanora is perceived as a unique and charming name, often associated with strength and individuality.
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Lanora Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 1969
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lanora"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lanora"
"Lanora" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1845th of 9107 | 363 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1600th of 9204 | 451 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2271st of 12526 | 451 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2979th of 19264 | 379 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5671st of 27321 | 231 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10998th of 35406 | 136 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6911th of 30306 | 204 |
Regional Popularity of "Lanora" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lanora" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
62.93% 1489th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
47.39% 1115th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
76.38% 2179th/2853 |
73.41% 2037th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lanora"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lanora" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lanora" in the United States
The name Lanora is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lanora has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lanora' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1845th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1600th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2271st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2979th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5671st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10998th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6911th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lanora' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.