Holding steady.
Popularity of Alayne since 1929
Babies named Alayne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 110 |
| 1940s | 139 |
| 1950s | 160 |
| 1960s | 202 |
| 1970s | 118 |
| 1980s | 115 |
| 1990s | 106 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Alayne entered U.S. records in 1929 as a feminine spelling variant of Alan. It reached its peak popularity in 1965 and has since remained stable in low-level use. The name is a phonetic respelling of Alaine, itself from the French Alain, brought to England by the Normans. Despite its vintage feel, Alayne has never achieved widespread use and is not recorded among top states. Its modern appeal lies in its soft, feminine sound and classic roots.
Alayne is a variant spelling of Alaine, which derives from Alain, the French form of the name Alan. The name Alan itself is of uncertain origin, though it has been suggested to mean 'little rock' from a Celtic element, or 'handsome' from an Irish word. Introduced to England by the Normans, Alan became common in the Middle Ages and produced numerous spelling variants, including Alayne, which was particularly used in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lainey, Lane
Sibling names for Alayne
Names that share Alayne's style, for a brother or sister.
