Declining since 2013, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Baine since 2000
Babies named Baine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 162 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Baine is a modern rarity, first recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 2000. Since its peak in 2013, its usage has been steadily declining. With a rank of 9,714 in 2025 and 1 in 244,011 newborns carrying the name, Baine remains a highly uncommon choice. Its straightforward spelling and strong, one-syllable sound appeal to parents seeking something distinctive yet simple. The name's etymology ties it to the Gaelic word for 'fair,' linking it to Scottish and Irish heritage, though it has never been recorded in any of the top states.
Baine is of uncertain origin but is likely a modern variant of Bain, which itself derives from the Gaelic 'bán' meaning 'fair' or 'white'. It may also be a transferred use of the Scottish surname Bain. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2000 and has seen limited but consistent use.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Baine
Names that share Baine's style, for a brother or sister.
