The name Lanitra is of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba tribe. It is composed of two elements: 'Lani', meaning 'in answer to' and 'Tra', signifying 'God'. Thus, the name can be interpreted as 'Answered by God'. This gives it a deeply spiritual and divine connotation. Lanitra is a unique and uncommon name, making it distinctive and memorable.
The name Lanitra experienced a significant surge in popularity between 1974 and 1976, with the highest number of births recorded in 1976 (20 births). However, it appears that this popularity was short-lived as there was a consistent decline in the number of births from 1980 onwards. By 1993, the name Lanitra had virtually disappeared from birth records, with only five births registered that year.