TheNameDBLaney
TopographicMeaning
Derived from a place name or personal name, possibly meaning 'from the lane' or related to a narrow passage.
Etymology
May derive from Old English 'lane' (narrow passage or country road) with a diminutive or locative suffix. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Irish surnames like Loughney or Looney.
About the Laney Surname
A surname of topographic origin referring to someone living near or on a lane. The name has spread through English-speaking countries, particularly North America.
Distribution
Found in England, Ireland, and North America with significant presence in the United States.
Notable Bearers
David Laney, various contemporary bearers