The name “Lana” has Slavic origins and means “bright” or “shining.” In the Middle Ages, the name “Lana” was common in some parts of Europe, especially in Russia, where it was often used as a diminutive of Alena or Helena. During the Renaissance, the term also became popular in Italy, where it was used to refer to woven wool. With the Protestant Reformation, the term also spread to Germany, where it was used to honor beauty and brightness. Today, the name “Lana” is particularly popular in Italy, where it is the 215th most common female name, and in Russia, where it is the 143rd. Its popularity has also been confirmed by several personalities from the world of entertainment and culture, such as the famous American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey, the Italian singer and actress Lana Jurčević, and the Russian writer Lana Popović.
