Declining since 2014, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Bayne since 1918
Babies named Bayne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 28 |
| 1930s | 13 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 77 |
| 2010s | 363 |
| 2020s | 104 |
Meaning & origin
Bayne is a rare and modern-sounding name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1918. It saw its peak popularity in 2013, but has since been on a declining trajectory, falling in usage since 2014. As of 2025, it ranks 6,446th, with approximately 1 in 131,390 boys receiving the name. While its precise origin is uncertain, it is likely a variant of the English or Scottish surname Bain, meaning 'fair' or 'white'. With no strong historical ties or famous bearers, Bayne offers a clean, one-syllable choice for parents seeking a distinctive name that still feels familiar. Its rarity and lack of top-state concentration add to its understated appeal.
Bayne is an English surname of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Norman word "bain," meaning "fair" or "white." The name may also be connected to the Scottish surname Bain, which shares the same meaning. As a given name, Bayne first appeared in U.S. records in 1918 and saw a modest peak in 2013, but it remains relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Bain, Bayn
Sibling names for Bayne
Names that share Bayne's style, for a brother or sister.
