Loraine Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationloh-RAIN / loʊˈreɪnFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: 'from Lorraine'; Latin: 'laurel'
Historical & Cultural Background
Loraine is derived from the French region of Lorraine, which has historical significance in France. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures. It is often associated with nobility and has been used in literature and art. The Latin root refers to the laurel tree, a symbol of victory and honor.
Trend Summary
The name Loraine has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lorain
- Loraine
International Variants
- Lorenzo (Italian)
- Loren (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Loraine was first seen in the United States in 1911. Loraine has ranked as high as #886 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Illinois, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Loraine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Loraine (1926)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 23 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 24 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |