Lain
Pronunciation: [ l-AYN ]
Lain is a girl baby name. Ranked #18,763 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Lain first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 27 babies have been named Lain in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lain is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,763 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #18,763
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Lain
Lain is a girl name .
Is Lain a boy or girl name? Lain is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #18,763 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,517. Lain is more commonly used as a boy name.
Lain is currently ranked #18,763 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Lain include Lainey, Laila, Lailah, Lailani, Laikyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis