Raylene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raylene is a modern English name derived from the name Ray, meaning counselor or protector, with the feminine suffix '-lene.' Its historical roots can be traced back to Old French and Old German influences. The name has gained popularity since the mid-20th century and is often associated with creativity and individuality. There is no biblical relevance attached to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raylene"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪliːn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Raylene is a modern name that is likely a combination of the name Ray, which is of Old French and Old German origin, meaning 'counselor' or 'protector,' and the suffix '-lene,' which is often used in feminine names.
Meaning
counselor, protector
Language Evolution
Ray, Raylene
Historical Usage
Raylene gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of the name Ray.
Variants & Derivatives
Ray, Rae, Raina
Modern Popularity & Image
Raylene is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Raylene Lee, Raylene K. H. Yong
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Raylene Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 79 peak births in 1961
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raylene"
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 "Raylene"
"Raylene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7365th of 9107 | 14 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2000th of 9204 | 319 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1372nd of 12526 | 1,083 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2031st of 19264 | 675 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2600th of 27321 | 695 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2858th of 35406 | 902 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4599th of 30306 | 361 |
Regional Popularity of "Raylene" 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 "Raylene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
59.99% 928th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
77.37% 1723rd/2227 |
69.71% 1694th/2430 |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
32.04% 889th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
32.96% 1333rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
18.96% 1198th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
69.51% 5083rd/7313 |
15.53% 1159th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
27.88% 1750th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Raylene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raylene" 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 "Raylene" in the United States
The name Raylene is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Raylene has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Raylene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7365th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2000th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1372nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2031st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2600th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2858th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4599th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Raylene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.