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Lorraine

Girl name · 3,189 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Lorraine: 3,189 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 336 births in 1974.

Lorraine is a French place name, originally from the medieval kingdom of Lotharingia, meaning "kingdom of Lothair"—a nod to the Frankish prince Lothair II. It transitioned into a first name in the English-speaking world in the early 20th century, peaking in Scotland during the 1950s and 1960s. Famous bearers include Lorraine Hansberry, the brilliant playwright of *A Raisin in the Sun*, and Scottish television personality Lorraine Kelly, a beloved daytime staple. The French region of Lorraine, with its famous quiche and medieval history, shares the same etymological root. A further note: the name is often shortened to Lori, a vibrant variant that saw its own wave of popularity in the 1970