US Popularity:407
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Bright, shining light
Derived from the French Elaine and the Greek Helen, the feminine name Lainey has the charming meaning of “bright” and “shining light.” Not only does your mouth smile when saying this name, but when hearing its meaning, it makes that smile stretch from ear to ear. Whatever dull and dark days lay ahead, your little Lainey will be a shining light to help guide you to the next bright patch.

Lainey Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Lainey is currently #640 on The Bump
Girl:Lainey is currently #270 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Lainey is currently #407 in U.S. births
Girl:Lainey is currently #130 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#407
in 2022
+ 141
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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