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Loraine

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Pronounced luh-RAYN /ləˈreɪn/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Lorraine — from the French region Lorraine, 'the kingdom of Lothar' (Lothar, a Germanic king, 'famous army')Low

In 30 seconds: From Lorraine; the kingdom of Lothar: Loraine spells Lorraine — 'from Lorraine'. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'luh-RAYN').
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Origin LowFrench, Germanic
MeaningA spelling of Lorraine — from the French region Lorraine, 'the kingdom of Lothar' (Lothar, a Germanic king, 'famous army')
U.S. rank (2025)#5173 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births25 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1922
Total births (all-time)≈ 17,284

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192218832025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Loraine is a spelling of Lorraine — from the French region Lorraine, 'the kingdom of Lothar' (Lothar, a Germanic king, from hlud, 'famous', plus heri, 'army'). A lyrical, classic place-name (said 'luh-RAYN'; nickname Lori).

In the U.S. it peaked mid-20th century. Rare today, the-kingdom-of-Lothar at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Lorraine is a French region — 'the kingdom of Lothar' (Lothar, a Germanic king, 'famous army') — Loraine is a spelling, lyrical and classic (said 'luh-RAYN').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Lorraine — place-name etymology

Variations

LorraineLorainaLorayne

Nicknames

Lori

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If you like Loraine…

Lorraine— the standard spelling
Lorena— a sound-neighbor Lor- girls' name
Loretta— a fellow Lor- girls' name
Lorelei— another Lor- girls' name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Loraine mean?

Loraine spells Lorraine — 'from Lorraine; the kingdom of Lothar'.

How do you pronounce Loraine?

It's said luh-RAYN /ləˈreɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Loraine a boy or girl name?

Loraine is a girl's name.

How popular is Loraine?

Loraine is a rare name in the U.S. today.

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