Laynie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Laynie is a name of Latin origin, deriving from Helena, which means 'light' or 'torch.' It evolved through historical forms such as Helena and Elaine before becoming popular in its current form. The name is associated with traits of brightness and warmth, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Laynie is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Laynie 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, 'Laynie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11577th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2897th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2035th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Laynie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Laynie"
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪni/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Laynie is derived from the name Elaine, which has roots in the Latin name 'Helena,' meaning 'light' or 'torch.'
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helena, Elaine, Laynie
Historical Usage
Laynie emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, gaining traction in the 1990s as a modern variant of the classic name Elaine.
Variants & Derivatives
Elaine, Lainie, Lainey
Modern Popularity & Image
Laynie is perceived as a cheerful and modern name, often associated with creativity and warmth.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Laynie"
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 "Laynie"
"Laynie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11577th of 27321 | 73 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2897th of 35406 | 887 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2035th of 30306 | 1,147 |
Regional Popularity of "Laynie" 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 "Laynie" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.78% 2739th/4582 |
- |
32.09% 2347th/7313 |
78.60% 5866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.67% 1660th/3984 |
84.85% 3807th/4487 |
29.14% 1988th/6822 |
43.40% 2724th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Laynie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Laynie" 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.