Girl · 1488th of 9,107
Lorrayne
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
827
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1924
Peak Popularity Year
57
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Lorrayne stands across generations
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Lorrayne originates from the French name Lorraine, which is derived from the Latin 'Lotharingia', meaning 'Land of Lothar'. The name signifies 'crowned with laurel'. It evolved from Lotharingia to Lorraine and then to Lorrayne in modern English. Lorrayne is perceived as a modern and elegant name. There is no biblical relevance associated with it, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. Common variants include Lorraine and Lora, with notable people such as Lorrayne K. B. P. Smith contributing to its recognition.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/lɔːˈreɪn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Lorrayne is derived from the name Lorraine, which comes from the Latin 'Lotharingia', meaning 'Land of Lothar'. Lothar was a name used by several kings in the medieval period.
Meaning
crowned with laurel
Language Evolution
Lotharingia (Latin), Lorraine (Old French), Lorrayne (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as variations of the name Lorraine became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Lorraine, Lora, Lori
Modern Popularity & Image
Lorrayne is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Lorrayne K. B. P. Smith - Notable artist, Lorrayne M. S. Johnson - Influential author
Trend Analysis
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3-Year Trend:
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25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 57 peak births in 1924
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 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 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1488th of 9107 | 507 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3033rd of 9204 | 163 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5100th of 12526 | 111 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13184th of 19264 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21628th of 27321 | 13 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28780th of 35406 | 12 |