Girl · 1310th of 9,107
Lorayne
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,157
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1922
Peak Popularity Year
64
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Lorayne stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Lorayne originates from the Latin name Laurentia, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'laurel', symbolizing victory. It has evolved through various forms such as Lorenza and Lorena before becoming Lorayne. The name is associated with traits of strength and honor and does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently viewed as a unique and modern name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ləˈreɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lorayne is derived from the Latin name 'Laurentia', which means 'from Laurentum' or 'laurel'. The laurel tree is associated with victory and honor.
Meaning
laurel, victory
Language Evolution
Laurentia, Lorenza, Lorena, Lorayne
Historical Usage
The name Lorayne gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variation of the more common names Lauren and Lorraine.
Variants & Derivatives
Lorena, Lori, Laurie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lorayne is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and elegance.
Famous People
Lorayne, Harry, Lorayne, Marjorie
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 64 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 13 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1310th of 9107 | 623 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2419th of 9204 | 234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3422nd of 12526 | 231 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |