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Raine

Girl name · 27 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Raine: 27 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 2025.

The name Raine has several possible origins, but for English and Scottish speakers it is most often a modern variant of the Old French word *reine*, meaning "queen," or a direct borrowing of the English word "rain," evoking a gentle, natural feel. It can also be a surname-derived given name from the Irish or Scottish Gaelic *Ó Ráighne*, meaning "descendant of Ráighne," which itself may relate to "grace" or "power." Notable bearers include Raine Spencer, Countess of Spencer, the stepmother of Princess Diana, and the actress Raine Wilson, known for her role on *The Office*. The unusual spelling shares roots with the English place name Rainow, though more directly, its sound recalls the rainy Scottish climate. Raine is sometimes considered a unisex alternative to Raina or Regina, and has seen a gentle rise in popularity as a modern, nature-inspired choice.