About Lanis
The surname Lanis is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "l'anis," meaning "the anise." Anise is a flowering plant known for its aromatic seeds, which are used as a spice in cooking and for medicinal purposes. The surname Lanis likely originated as a nickname for someone who either grew or sold anise or had a connection to the plant. It may also have been a locational surname for someone who lived near a place associated with anise cultivation or trade.
The surname Lanis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Lanis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Lanis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Lanis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.