Lanora
Lanora is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Light, honor, or compassionate, stemming from its connection to Nora and Eleanor.
Origin and history
Lanora is an American creation likely formed by combining the prefix 'La-' with the name Nora or Lenora. It has been used continuously in the United States since the late 19th century, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. Its phonetic resemblance to classic names gives it a vintage yet modern feel.
Popularity in the United States
2,245 babies in the United States have been named Lanora since 1880. It ranks #3711 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1980.
States where it is most popular
- TX (50.9 %)
- OK (29.5 %)
- CA (14.7 %)
- GA (2.7 %)
- FL (2.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 39 |
| 1910-1920 | 137 |
| 1920-1930 | 230 |
| 1930-1940 | 262 |
| 1940-1950 | 237 |
| 1950-1960 | 225 |
| 1960-1970 | 289 |
| 1970-1980 | 205 |
| 1980-1990 | 166 |
| 1990-2000 | 113 |
| 2000-2010 | 82 |
| 2010-2019 | 134 |
| 2020-2029 | 121 |
Nicknames
Nora, Lorie, Norie
Fun facts
- Lanora is part of a American naming tradition of placing the prefix 'La-' before established names like Nora or Lenora.
- Although never a top 100 name, Lanora has been recorded in U.S. birth charts since 1880.