Lanika
Girl nameLanika has been given to 467 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It peaked in 1977.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
467
Peak year
1977 (40 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1973
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lanika — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lanika.
Sibling name ideas for Lanika
Same era and popularity as Lanika, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lanika?
Lanika has been given to 467 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lanika peak?
Lanika peaked in 1977, when 40 babies were given the name.
Is Lanika a girl or boy name?
Lanika is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Lanika are girls).
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