Declining since 1985, #5,099 for girls today.
Popularity of Loraine since 1883
Babies named Loraine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 54 |
| 1890s | 258 |
| 1900s | 609 |
| 1910s | 2,595 |
| 1920s | 3,964 |
| 1930s | 2,224 |
| 1940s | 2,031 |
| 1950s | 2,128 |
| 1960s | 1,544 |
| 1970s | 688 |
| 1980s | 413 |
| 1990s | 264 |
| 2000s | 201 |
| 2010s | 187 |
| 2020s | 124 |
Meaning & origin
Loraine, a variant spelling of Lorraine, has been in use in the United States since at least 1883, when it first appeared in Social Security records. It reached its peak popularity in 1919, ranking among the top 500 names that year, but has since declined. Over the past century, it has followed a falling trajectory, especially noticeable since 1985, when its usage began a steady decrease. While it has never been among the most common names, it maintains a classic, understated appeal. In the 1910s, it was most frequently given to girls, reflecting a broader trend for place-inspired and feminine-sounding names of that era. Today, it remains a rare but recognizable choice, with a distinct vintage charm.
Loraine is a variant of Lorraine, the name of a historical region in northeastern France. The place name Lorraine itself derives from the medieval Latin Lotharingia, meaning 'land of Lothar,' referring to the Frankish king Lothair II. The name was adopted as a given name in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, often used as a feminine form of Lawrence or as a place name.
Where Loraine is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lora, Lori, Rain, Lainey
Sibling names for Loraine
Names that share Loraine's style, for a brother or sister.
