English · Unisex name
Lane
“pathway or road”
About the name Lane
Lane is an English name meaning ‘pathway or road’. It derives from the Old English word ‘lanu’, which referred to a narrow way or lane, and originally served as a surname for someone who lived near such a feature. The name has transitioned into use as a given name for both boys and girls, particularly in English-speaking countries. As a given name, it is used for all genders.
- Meaning
- pathway or road
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Unisex
- Pronunciation
- LAYN(1 syl.)
Middle names for Lane
- Lane Michael
- Lane James
- Lane Alexander
- Lane Thomas
- Lane Robert
Questions about Lane
- What does Lane mean?
- Lane is an English name meaning "pathway or road".
- How do you pronounce Lane?
- Lane is pronounced LAYN, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Lane?
- Variants of Lane include Layne.
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