Rainey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAY-nee / /ˈreɪni/English; Irish
Meaning
English: queen; Irish: little king
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rainey has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from the word 'rain', which can symbolize renewal and life. In Irish, it is associated with nobility, reflecting a regal connotation. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often as a surname before becoming a given name.
Trend Summary
The name Rainey has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rainy
- Raine
International Variants
- Renaud (French)
- Rena (Italian)
Famous people named Rainey
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rainey was first seen in the United States in 1901. Rainey has ranked as high as #995 nationally, which occurred in 1950, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Rainey has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rainey
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |