Łany was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Lohnau.
The place is now called Łany and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lohnau | German Empire | Cosel | 1939 |
| Łany | Under Polish administration | Koźle | 1945 |
| Łany | Poland | Opole | 1992 |