Holding steady.
Popularity of Lorrane since 1920
Babies named Lorrane per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 27 |
| 1930s | 29 |
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 27 |
| 1960s | 25 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lorrane is a rare and unusual spelling variant of the more established name Lorraine. U.S. Social Security data shows the name first appeared in 1920, reaching a peak in 1930, though it never entered the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable but extremely low, with the name essentially fading from common use. The name's origins lie in the French place name Lorraine, from the medieval kingdom of Lotharingia, itself from the Germanic personal name Lothair, meaning 'famous army'. This spelling, with the double 'r' and final 'e', may reflect a desire for distinctiveness or an influence from other -ane feminine names. Despite its obscurity, Lorrane carries the same geographical and historical resonance as Lorraine.
Lorraine is a French place name derived from the medieval kingdom of Lotharingia, itself from the personal name Lothair. Lorrane appears to be a modern English respelling, likely influenced by names like Corinne or similar feminine names with the -ane ending. Its use has been rare and sporadic, with a minor peak in the 1930s according to U.S. data.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lori, Lorrie, Ranie
Sibling names for Lorrane
Names that share Lorrane's style, for a brother or sister.
