Lane
Lane is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Pathway, narrow road, or long meadow.
Origin and history
Lane is a traditionally masculine given name of Old English origin, derived from a topographic surname for someone who lived near a narrow path or road. Originally an occupational or locational surname, it transitioned into popular usage as a first name in the United States. In recent years, its usage has increased steadily, presenting a sleek, modern, and nature-adjacent choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
47,562 babies in the United States have been named Lane since 1880. It ranks #525 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #254.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.5 %)
- CA (5.2 %)
- MO (4.9 %)
- OH (4.7 %)
- IL (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 11 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 24 |
| 1910-1920 | 177 |
| 1920-1930 | 388 |
| 1930-1940 | 565 |
| 1940-1950 | 945 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,993 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,416 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,578 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,896 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,028 |
| 2000-2010 | 10,234 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,169 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,122 |
Famous people named Lane
- Lane Frost: bull rider, rodeo champion
- Lane Kiffin: head coach, football strategist
- Lane Garrison: actor
Fun facts
- It originally described a person residing near a country lane or narrow road in medieval England.
- Lane has seen a modern resurgence in the United States, climbing into the top 300 male names in recent years.