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Blaine Pronunciation

Blaine is pronounced BLAYN /ˈbleɪn/High

Meaning: From Gaelic blian, 'thin, lean', or linked to St. Blane; a Scottish surname and saint's nameMedium

In 30 seconds: Crisp and Celtic: Blaine is a Scottish saint's and surname name — likely 'thin, lean' (or 'yellow'). Sleek, modern, and unisex.

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Origin MediumScottish, Irish

MeaningFrom Gaelic blian, 'thin, lean', or linked to St. Blane; a Scottish surname and saint's name

U.S. rank (2024)#4195 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1988

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,216

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Blaine comes from Gaelic — likely blian, 'thin, lean' (some link it to 'yellow') — associated with St. Blane and a Scottish surname (routes debated, which we note). A crisp unisex name, here for girls.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare, thin-or-yellow at the root, and sleek.

Did you know? Blaine honors St. Blane, a 6th-century Scottish saint — the name likely from Gaelic blian, 'thin, lean'; it works smartly for girls and boys.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Blaine — routes debated

Variations

BlaneBlayneBlaene

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Blaine?

Blaine is pronounced BLAYN (/ˈbleɪn/). Press play above to hear Blaine said aloud.

How do you say Blaine?

Blaine is said BLAYN (/ˈbleɪn/). Press play above to hear Blaine said aloud.

What does the name Blaine mean?

Blaine is Gaelic, likely 'thin, lean' (or 'yellow'), tied to St. Blane; the routes are debated.

Is Blaine a boy or girl name?

Blaine is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Blaine?

Blaine is a rare name for girls in the U.S.