Raine, of French origin, is a unisex name derived from the Latin 'Rainier', meaning 'wise and powerful'. It gained popularity as a given name in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Raine is also associated with rain, which can evoke images of freshness, renewal, and tranquility.
The name Raine experienced a notable increase in popularity between the late 1980s and early 2000s, with peaks in the years 1993 (12 births), 1995 (17 births), 1998 (21 births), and 2002 (26 births). However, it has since fluctuated significantly, with some years showing a substantial decrease, such as 2014 (7 births) and 2017 (7 births). As of the latest data in 2023, there were 32 births. Overall, from 1981 to 2023, the name Raine has been given to a total of 553 newborns.