Lainey Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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A Deep Dive

Lainey Overview

Meaning

Bright, shining light

Gender

Girl

Origin

French, Scottish, English

Etymology

Diminutive of Elaine, derived from Old French and Greek, meaning “torch” or “light.”

Pronunciation

/ˈleɪ.ni/

Popularity

Lainey is a trendy name in several English-speaking countries, known for its modern appeal. In the USA, it ranked at 356th for girls in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

3 (Expressive, Social, Artistic)

Name Styles

Modern, Cute, Unique

Associated Traits

Friendly, cheerful, lively, creative

Name Day

July 26 (Finland)
A Deep Dive

Lainey Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Laney, Layne, Lainie, Lainy, Lani

Common Nicknames

Ellie, Lenny, Leni, Lyn, Lynn, Lynnie, Leya

Diminutives

Lani, Lala, Elle, Lil, Lili

Famous People

  • Lainey Wilson
    (American Singer)
  • Lainey Lipson
    (American Actress)
  • Lainey Lui
    (Canadian Television Host)
  • Lainey Sheridan-Young
    (British Athlete)
  • Lainey Edwards
    (American Singer)
  • Lainey Key
    (Australian Artist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Lainey Lewis"
    ("The Goldbergs," TV Series)
  • "Lainey's Melody"
    (Album)
  • "Lainey"
    ("Lainey's Adventures," Children's Book)
  • "Lainey"
    ("Lainey's Journey," Video Game)
  • "Lainey"
    ("Lainey's Secret," Novel)

What Is the Meaning of Lainey?

Lainey means “bright” or “shining light.” The name suggests a sense of luminosity and clarity, often associated with brightness and radiance.

What Is the Origin of The Name Lainey?

The name Lainey is a diminutive of Elaine, which has Old French and Greek origins. Elaine is derived from Helen, meaning “torch” or “light,” highlighting its roots in ancient languages.

Lainey Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Lainey in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2522021#1742022#542023
Top 3 Rankings#542023#1742022#2522021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Lainey

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
202354
(+120 from 2022)
3928
(+2231 from 2022)
0.22456
2022174
(+78 from 2021)
1697
(+471 from 2021)
0.09464
2021252
(+113 from 2020)
1226
(+382 from 2020)
0.06843
2020365
(+16 from 2019)
844
(+23 from 2019)
0.04775
2019381
(+79 from 2018)
821
(+138 from 2018)
0.04474
2018460
(+50 from 2017)
683
(+68 from 2017)
0.03673
2017510
(+28 from 2016)
615
(+38 from 2016)
0.03255
2016538
(+38 from 2015)
577
(+46 from 2015)
0.02981
2015576
(+9 from 2014)
531
(+17 from 2014)
0.02722
2014585
(-1 from 2013)
514
(+24 from 2013)
0.02627
2013584
(-16 from 2012)
490
(-26 from 2012)
0.02542
2012568
(-35 from 2011)
516
(-28 from 2011)
0.02661
2011533
(+85 from 2010)
544
(+68 from 2010)
0.02807
2010618
(+80 from 2009)
476
(+60 from 2009)
0.02428
2009698
(-1 from 2008)
416
(-17 from 2008)
0.02054
2008697
(-28 from 2007)
433
(-7 from 2007)
0.02079
2007669
(+54 from 2006)
440
(+52 from 2006)
0.02079
2006723
(-46 from 2005)
388
(-22 from 2005)
0.01856
2005677
(+118 from 2004)
410
(+90 from 2004)
0.02020
2004795
(+130 from 2003)
320
(+66 from 2003)
0.01586
2003925
(+210 from 2002)
254
(+71 from 2002)
0.01266
20021135
(+46 from 2001)
183
(+10 from 2001)
0.00927
20011181
(+35 from 2000)
173
(+10 from 2000)
0.00873
20001216
(+431 from 1999)
163
(+62 from 1999)
0.00817
19991647
(+499 from 1998)
101
(+34 from 1998)
0.00519
19982146
(+245 from 1997)
67
(+12 from 1997)
0.00346
19972391
(+7 from 1996)
55
(+1 from 1996)
0.00288
19962398
(-370 from 1995)
54
(-13 from 1995)
0.00282
19952028
(-99 from 1994)
67
(-6 from 1994)
0.00349
19941929
(+266 from 1993)
73
(+13 from 1993)
0.00374
19932195
(+99 from 1992)
60
(+3 from 1992)
0.00304
19922294
(-131 from 1991)
57
(-4 from 1991)
0.00284
19912163
(-10 from 1990)
61
(+1 from 1990)
0.00300
19902153
(+1012 from 1989)
60
(+27 from 1989)
0.00292
19893165
(+1900 from 1988)
33
(+17 from 1988)
0.00166
19885065
(-1441 from 1987)
16
(-8 from 1987)
0.00083
19873624
(-264 from 1986)
24
(-2 from 1986)
0.00128
19863360
(+1500 from 1985)
26
(+11 from 1985)
0.00141
19854860
(-870 from 1984)
15
(-4 from 1984)
0.00081
19843990
(-304 from 1983)
19
(-2 from 1983)
0.00105
19833686
(+1848 from 1982)
21
(+9 from 1982)
0.00117
19825534
(-1003 from 1981)
12
(-4 from 1981)
0.00066
19814531
(+713 from 1980)
16
(+3 from 1980)
0.00089
19805244
(+4507 from 1978)
13
(+8 from 1978)
0.00073
19790
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19789751
(-1330 from 1973)
5
No change from 1973
0.00030
19770
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19760
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19750
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19738421
(-2174 from 1968)
5
(-1 from 1968)
0.00032
19720
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19710
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19700
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19690
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19686247
First SSA data recorded
6
First SSA data recorded
0.00035
19670
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19660
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19650
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0
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0.0000
19640
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0
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0.0000
19630
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0
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0.0000
19620
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0.0000
19610
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0.0000
19600
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0.0000
19590
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0.0000
19580
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0.0000
19570
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0.0000
19560
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19550
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19530
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0.0000
19520
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19510
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19500
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19490
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19380
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19370
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19360
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19350
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19340
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19330
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19320
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19310
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19300
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19290
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19280
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19270
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19260
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19250
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19240
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19230
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19220
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19210
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19200
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19190
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19180
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19170
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19160
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19150
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19140
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19130
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19120
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19110
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19100
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19090
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19080
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19070
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19060
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19050
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19040
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19030
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19020
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18990
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18980
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18970
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18890
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American States Popularity Rankings for Lainey

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3332021#2622022#982023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1622021#982022#252023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#7252021#5372022#1872023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3692021#2652022#892023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#2722021#1572022#442023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1562021#1402022#432023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1212021#922022#262023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1512021#852022#202023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#3572021#2422022#862023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#2142021#1642022#322023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3402021#2172022#622023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2092021#1072022#182023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2652021#2222022#892023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#802021#432022#132023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#912021#1012022#162023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1972021#972022#122023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2792021#2252022#522023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#5642021#3582022#1902023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2882021#1102022#202023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2092021#972022#172023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1752021#1872022#312023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2772021#1712022#532023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3422021#2612022#822023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1782021#1002022#212023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1372021#1132022#312023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1682021#1502022#492023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#2162021#1982022#732023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#642021#1152022#122023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3082021#2002022#322023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1882021#1502022#292023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#7712021#3522022#1832023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3252021#1922022#892023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2592021#2082022#422023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#952021#422022#82023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#1252021#1092022#152023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#4432021#3232022#1782023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1282021#482022#72023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1312021#532022#112023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2492021#3942022#792023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4912020#2792022#1752023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1872021#1052022#182023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1972020#2362022#472023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#852022#322023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1072021#1342022#542023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#552021#512022#132023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#532023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#292023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#362023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1062023

Popularity Rankings for Lainey in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#4222021#3532022#2072023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#2662021#3052022#2372023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#5172021#3892022#5552023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#4102022#4162023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4392023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#6512019#6832020#7092021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Lainey a Name for Boys or Girls?

Lainey is a popular girl’s name, known for its charming and graceful sound. The name’s association with light and brightness adds to its enduring appeal.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Lainey

Lainey in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Lainey Wilson (Singer, born 1992): American country music singer and songwriter, recognized for her powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics.
  • Lainey Lipson (Actress, born 1993): American actress, known for her roles in various television series and indie films.
  • Lainey Lui (Television Host, born 1973): Canadian television host and entertainment reporter, famous for her work on "The Social."
  • Lainey Sheridan-Young (Athlete, born 1985): British triathlete, has competed in numerous international competitions.
  • Lainey Edwards (Singer, born 1980): American country music singer, known for her traditional country sound and engaging performances.
  • Lainey Key (Artist, born 1990): Australian visual artist, celebrated for her contemporary paintings and mixed media work.
  • Lainey K (YouTuber, born 1995): American YouTube personality and content creator, popular for her lifestyle and beauty videos.
  • Lainey Morse (Writer, born 1969): American writer and founder of the Goat Yoga movement, blending yoga with animal therapy.
  • Lainey Everette (Model, born 1988): British fashion model, featured in various high-profile fashion campaigns and magazines.
  • Lainey Harper (Photographer, born 1984): American photographer, acclaimed for her portrait and landscape photography.
  • Lainey Lewis ("The Goldbergs," 2013 TV Series): A popular and stylish high school student who navigates the ups and downs of teenage life in the 1980s.
  • "Lainey's Melody" (2018 Album): A collection of heartfelt and melodic songs inspired by the life and experiences of Lainey, blending various musical genres.
  • Lainey ("Lainey's Adventures," 2019 Children's Book): Chronicles the adventures of Lainey, a curious and brave girl who discovers a magical world in her backyard.
  • Lainey ("Lainey's Journey," 2020 Video Game): An engaging game where players help Lainey navigate a mystical world filled with puzzles, challenges, and magical creatures.
  • Lainey ("Lainey's Secret," 2017 Novel): A mystery novel where Lainey, an amateur detective, uncovers hidden secrets and solves intricate cases in her small town.
  • Lainey ("Lainey's Dream," 2021 Film): A young woman pursuing her dream of becoming a professional dancer despite numerous challenges and setbacks.
  • Lainey Summers ("Lainey's Legacy," 2020 Book Series): Follows Lainey Summers, a young hero on a quest to uncover her family's hidden past and protect their legacy.
  • Lainey ("Lainey's Garden," 2018 Children's Book): Follows Lainey, a young girl who discovers a magical garden in her backyard and learns about nature and friendship.
  • Lainey Parker ("Lainey's Big Break," 2019 TV Series): A struggling actress who finally lands a big role, facing the ups and downs of newfound fame.
  • Lainey ("Lainey's Song," 2020 Album): An evocative collection of songs blending folk and contemporary music, inspired by the character Lainey.
  • Lainey Creek (Western Australia, Australia): A small watercourse located in Western Australia.
  • Lainey Park (London, England): A public park situated in the heart of London.
  • Lainey Bay (British Columbia, Canada): A coastal area in British Columbia.
  • Lainey Town (Ohio, United States): A small community in Ohio.
  • Lainey River (Victoria, Australia): A river that flows through the state of Victoria.
  • Lainey Hill (Kentucky, United States): A notable elevation in Kentucky.
  • Lainey Lake (Ontario, Canada): A freshwater lake in Ontario.
  • Lainey Beach (California, United States): A popular seaside destination in California.
  • Lainey Forest (Scotland, United Kingdom): A dense woodland area in Scotland.
  • Lainey Village (New South Wales, Australia): A rural community in New South Wales.

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