Rayne Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAYN / reɪnEnglish; French
Meaning
English: 'queen'; French: 'rain'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rayne has English origins and is often associated with nature, particularly rain. It has also been used as a variant of the name Rain, which carries similar meanings. In contemporary usage, Rayne has gained popularity as a unisex name, though it is more commonly given to boys. The name reflects a modern trend towards nature-inspired names.
Trend Summary
Rayne has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rain
- Raine
International Variants
- Rein (German)
- Renaud (French)
Famous people named Rayne
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rayne was first seen in the United States in 1957. Rayne has ranked as high as #1301 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Virginia, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Rayne has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rayne (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 45 |
| 2011 | 47 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 42 |
| 2017 | 50 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2022 | 64 |
| 2023 | 75 |
| 2024 | 63 |