US Popularity:2136
Origin:Finnish
Other Origin(s):British, French, Greek
Meaning:Dweller in the lane; Wave; Eldest son; Wool; Shining, brilliant, torch
A variation of Lane, Laine is a gender-neutral name with British roots meaning “dweller in a lane.” Laine is also a Finnish and Estonian name meaning “wave,” with the added charm of “the eldest son” and “wool” from its French origins. Possibly inspired by the Greek Helen, Laine inherits the vibrant endearments “shining,” “brilliant,” and “torch.” This one-syllable name is appealing to the ears and modern in style, making Laine a sure winner for parents looking for simplicity in a complex world.
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Laine Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Laine is currently #2938 on The Bump
Boy:Laine is currently #2010 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Laine is currently #1629 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Laine is currently #2136 in U.S. births
Boy:Laine is currently #5148 in U.S. births
Girl:Laine is currently #2730 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#2730
in 2022
+ 308
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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