Lainie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lainie originates from English, derived from the diminutive of Elena or Elaine, which trace back to the Greek Helen, meaning 'light' or 'torch'. The name evolved through various forms in different languages before becoming popular in modern times. It conveys traits of warmth and charm, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lainie"
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪni/
Origin
English
Etymology
Lainie is derived as a diminutive form of the name Elena or Elaine, which have roots in the Greek name Helen, meaning 'torch' or 'light'.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helen (Greek), Elena (Latin), Elaine (Old French), Lainie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Lainie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern diminutive, often associated with more traditional names like Elaine and Elena.
Variants & Derivatives
Lain, Lainey, Elaine, Elena
Modern Popularity & Image
Lainie is perceived as a charming and youthful name, often associated with warmth and light-heartedness.
Famous People
Lainie Kazan (American actress and singer), Lainie Millen (American artist)
📊 Lainie Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Lainie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 91 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lainie"
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 of "Lainie"
"Lainie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2212th of 19264 | 599 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4900th of 27321 | 284 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3581st of 35406 | 658 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4484th of 30306 | 374 |
Regional Popularity of "Lainie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lainie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
69.49% 2041st/2937 |
46.43% 1617th/3483 |
83.12% 2924th/3518 |
50.20% 2030th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
74.72% 3881st/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
79.11% 3625th/4582 |
- |
72.69% 5316th/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Lainie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lainie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lainie" in the United States
The name Lainie is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lainie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lainie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2212th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4900th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3581st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4484th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lainie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.