Lanel
Girl nameLanel has been given to 33 babies in the U.S. since 1961. It peaked in 1971.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
33
Peak year
1971 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1961
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
85% girls / 15% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lanel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lanel.
Sibling name ideas for Lanel
Same era and popularity as Lanel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lanel?
Lanel has been given to 33 babies in the U.S. since 1961. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lanel peak?
Lanel peaked in 1971, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Lanel a girl or boy name?
Lanel is primarily a girl name (85% of babies named Lanel are girls).
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