Name Laney Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Laney

Laney is a ♀ girl’s name.

What is the origin of the name Laney?

Laney is a diminutive of the name Elaine or Helen.

What does the name Laney mean?

Laney means “torch” (from ancient Greek “helénē/ἑλένη”) and “beautiful”, “light”, “bright” and “shining” (from ancient Greek “hēlios/ἥλιος” = sun/sunlight/sunshine). The name is as well derived from ancient Greek “selēnē/σελήνη” meaning “moon”.

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