Lana Name Meaning
The name Lana comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Lana below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Lana Name Meaning
English, Russian, Croatian, SerbianShort form of ALANA (English) or SVETLANA (Russian). In the English-speaking world, it was popularized by actress Lana Turner (1921-1995).
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