Holding steady.
Popularity of Racine since 1922
Babies named Racine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 29 |
| 1930s | 44 |
| 1940s | 50 |
| 1950s | 50 |
| 1960s | 88 |
| 1970s | 41 |
| 1980s | 183 |
| 1990s | 86 |
| 2000s | 26 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Racine is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1922. It has never ranked in the top 1000, and in its peak year of 1985 it remained very uncommon. The name's trajectory has been stable, with negligible usage in recent years. Racine is not associated with any particular region in the U.S., as no top states have been recorded. Its literary connection to the French dramatist Jean Racine gives it a scholarly air, but as a first name it remains a distinctive and unusual choice.
Racine is the French word for 'root', but its use as a given name likely derives from the French surname Racine, famously borne by playwright Jean Racine. In English-speaking contexts, it may also be a transferred use of the surname, which itself originated as a nickname for someone with a rooted or steadfast nature. The name has seen occasional use in the United States since the early 20th century, but remains uncommon.
Sibling names for Racine
Names that share Racine's style, for a brother or sister.
