Lanre is a Nigerian given name of Yoruba origin. It is a short form of Olanrewaju, which means "wealth goes forward" or "wealth/nobility is progressing" in Yoruba. The name reflects the cultural value placed on prosperity and social advancement within Yoruba communities. Notable BearersSeveral notable individuals bear the name Lanre, often as a given name juxtaposed with a surname. These include: ELDee (born Lanre Dabiri in 1977), a Nigerian rapper and record producer.Rilwan Lanre Babalola, a Nigerian minister.Lanre Buraimoh, a Nigerian-born artist.Lanre Fehintola, a British photojournalist.Lanre Hassan (born 1950), a Nigerian film actress.Lanre Kehinde (born 1994), a Nigerian football player.Lanre Oyebanjo (born 1990), a British football player.Adeola Lanre Runsewe (born 1989), a Nigerian football midfielder.Lanre Tejuosho (born 1964), a Nigerian senator.Lanre Towry-Coker (born 1944), a Nigerian architect, politician and socialite.