Lorayne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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.
The name Lorayne is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Lorayne 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, 'Lorayne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1310th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2419th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3422nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lorayne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lorayne"
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
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lorayne"
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 "Lorayne"
"Lorayne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity of "Lorayne" 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 "Lorayne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
43.29% 613th/1416 |
94.27% 1300th/1379 |
85.97% 2034th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
86.48% 1337th/1546 |
- | - |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
92.22% 2559th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lorayne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lorayne" 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.