Lorraine
boy nameLorraine entered the US charts in 1901, peaked at #1058 in 1901, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1901–2025
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rank today
#1058
peak (1901)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1146 |
| 1910s | #1719 |
| 1920s | #1483 |
| 1930s | #1490 |
| 1940s | #2139 |
| 1950s | #3025 |
| 1960s | #3351 |
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #6229 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Lorraine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lorraine alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lorraine in 2025?
- Lorraine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lorraine most popular?
- Lorraine peaked in 1901, reaching #1058 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lorraine with classmates?
- Lorraine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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