Elaine vs Imre

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elaine

Girl #369 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#369
Total SSA Count
843
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Laney, El, Ellie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Elaine Rank #369
Imre Rank #20,262

Elaine is more popular, ranked #369 vs #20262 for Imre.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elaine ___

  • Elaine Marie
  • Elaine Grace
  • Elaine Louise
  • Elaine Frances
  • Elaine Ruth
  • Elaine Joan

Imre ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Elaine

Dorothy Helen Frances Robert Richard

If you choose Imre

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elaine or Imre more popular?

Elaine is more popular, ranked #369 compared to Imre at #20262 in the United States.

What do Elaine and Imre mean?

Elaine means "bright, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Elaine and Imre boy or girl names?

Elaine is primarily a girl name. Imre is primarily a boy name.

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