Spelling Variants
Lane vs Laney: Which Spelling?
Lane is English name from Old English 'lane'; Laney is modern diminutive of Lane. Variant.
Global Rank #250
Lane
Origin: English
The name Lane derives from the Old English word "lane," meaning a narrow road or pathway, and originally functioned as a surname for someone who lived near or worked on…
Global Rank #407
Laney
Origin: English
Laney is a modern English diminutive of Lane, which derives from the Old English "lane," meaning a narrow road or pathway.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Lane currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.