US Popularity:17548
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Woolworker
Lanier is a masculine name of French origin. Both a given name and a surname, Lanier means “woolworker” and originated as an occupational name for someone who worked in the wool trade. It is thought to come from the French word laine, which means wool. Although less common as a surname, Lanier has strong roots in ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. With a name like Lanier, no one will be able to pull the wool over baby’s eyes.

Lanier Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Lanier is currently #17548 in U.S. births
Boy:Lanier is currently #6141 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#17548
in 2022
- 6480
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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