Laine
Laine is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Dweller near a lane or narrow path.
Origin and history
Laine is a masculine name of Middle English origin, traditionally referring to a dweller near a narrow road or path. It serves as a sleek spelling variation of the classic name Lane. In the United States, it remains a unique yet accessible choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,062 babies in the United States have been named Laine since 1880. It ranks #2844 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1537.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.2 %)
- CA (11.2 %)
- PA (9.4 %)
- OH (9.1 %)
- NC (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 117 |
| 1960-1970 | 153 |
| 1970-1980 | 94 |
| 1980-1990 | 122 |
| 1990-2000 | 288 |
| 2000-2010 | 423 |
| 2010-2019 | 474 |
| 2020-2029 | 391 |
Famous people named Laine
- Laine Hardy: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- The name originally identified someone living by a narrow rural path or meadow tract in medieval England.
- It serves as a contemporary stylistic variant of the traditional English masculine name Lane.