Holding steady, #3,100 for girls today.
Popularity of Lainie since 1966
Babies named Lainie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 201 |
| 1970s | 371 |
| 1980s | 134 |
| 1990s | 228 |
| 2000s | 486 |
| 2010s | 327 |
| 2020s | 220 |
Meaning & origin
Lainie is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1966 and saw its highest usage in 1970, when it ranked highest in the Social Security data. As of 2025 it ranked 3100, with a consistent one-in-30909 frequency. The name has remained relatively stable over the decades, showing no significant revival. Its strongest regional association is with Texas, where it has appeared most frequently among top states. While often linked to Elaine or Helen, the exact derivation is informal, making Lainie a casual, friendly choice that feels both vintage and contemporary.
Lainie is a modern English coinage, most commonly used as a diminutive or respelling of Elaine, itself from the Old French form of Helen. It emerged as an independent given name in the mid-20th century, peaking in the 1970s. Its usage has since declined but remains consistent, particularly in Texas.
Where Lainie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lain
Sibling names for Lainie
Names that share Lainie's style, for a brother or sister.
