Lorayn Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationloh-RAYN / lɔːˈreɪnEnglish; variant of Lorraine
Meaning
From the region of Lorraine; crowned with laurel
Historical & Cultural Background
Lorayn is a modern variation of the name Lorraine, which has French origins. The name Lorraine refers to a historical region in northeastern France. It has been used as a feminine name since the 20th century, gaining popularity in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with beauty and victory due to its meaning related to laurel.
Trend Summary
Lorayn is a relatively uncommon name in the United States, with limited historical popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lorain
- Loraine
International Variants
- Lorena (Spanish)
- Lorenza (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lorayn was first seen in the United States in 1916. Lorayn has ranked as high as #834 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lorayn has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1916 | 6 |
1921 | 6 |