Gaines Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAYNZ / ɡeɪnzEnglish; French
Meaning
English: son of the servant; French: from the land
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gaines is derived from the Old French surname 'Gaine', which means 'from the land'. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with nobility and land ownership in historical contexts. Gaines has seen varied popularity over the years, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Gaines has experienced a steady but modest presence in U.S. baby name rankings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gain
- Gaine
International Variants
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Famous people named Gaines
Gaines Adams was an American football player known for his time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Gaines M. Foster was a prominent American historian specializing in the Civil War era.
Gaines B. Schenck was an influential American artist known for his contributions to the field of painting.
Gaines M. Foster was a notable American author recognized for his works on Southern history.
Fictional characters named Gaines
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gaines was first seen in the United States in 1882. Gaines has ranked as high as #802 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Gaines has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gaines (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 32 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 31 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 26 |
| 1925 | 25 |
| 1926 | 19 |
| 1927 | 32 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1929 | 22 |
| 1930 | 25 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 27 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 29 |
| 1937 | 28 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 27 |
| 1940 | 28 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 18 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 24 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 19 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 13 |