Layne
girl name#1396 in 2025Layne entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #829 in 2021, ranks #1396 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1939–2025
#1396
rank today
#829
peak (2021)
156
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3782 |
| 1940s | #3230 |
| 1950s | #2111 |
| 1960s | #3074 |
| 1970s | #3734 |
| 1980s | #2233 |
| 1990s | #1738 |
| 2000s | #1881 |
| 2010s | #2078 |
| 2020s | #1054 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Layne has been most popular in TX, OH, CA.
Living bearers
About 5,500 people named Layne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Layne alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Layne in 2025?
- Layne ranks #1396 among US girl names in 2025, with 156 babies given the name.
- When was the name Layne most popular?
- Layne peaked in 2021, reaching #829 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Layne with classmates?
- Layne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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