At a Glance
- Origin
- English (pet form, base name uncertain)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LAY-nee
Laney is an English (pet form, base name uncertain) girl's name.
Meaning & Origin of Laney
Origin: English (pet form, base name uncertain).
A common claim: Often listed as a form of Elaine meaning 'shining light.' Actually: Laney could stem from Delaney or another name just as easily as from Elaine, so 'shining light' isn't a confirmed meaning for this name.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Laney
LAY-neeIPA /ˈleɪni/
