Holding steady.
Popularity of Lorrain since 1913
Babies named Lorrain per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 33 |
| 1920s | 161 |
| 1930s | 89 |
| 1940s | 76 |
| 1950s | 105 |
| 1960s | 115 |
| 1970s | 34 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lorrain is a rare variant of the name Lorraine, which originated as a geographic name for the French region. The name saw its peak in 1921, when it was most frequently recorded, though it never ranked among the top names. In recent years, it has remained stable and extremely uncommon, with no recorded usage in 2025 data. The spelling 'Lorrain' is a less common alternative to the more familiar 'Lorraine,' which was popularized in the early 20th century. While it lacks a strong presence in popular culture, it carries a classic, understated elegance reminiscent of French-inspired names from the 1920s.
Lorrain is a variant spelling of Lorraine, the name of a historical region in northeastern France. The name Lorraine itself derives from the Latin Lotharingia, meaning 'land of Lothair,' after the Frankish king Lothair II. As a given name, Lorraine gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the early 20th century, often used in honor of the region or as a feminine form of Lorain or Loring.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lori, Lora, Rain
Sibling names for Lorrain
Names that share Lorrain's style, for a brother or sister.
