Lainie is a unique and attractive given name of American origin, derived from the Scottish surname Laing. The name's popularity can be attributed to its distinctive sound and its association with notable figures like Lainie Kazan, an American actress known for her roles in films such as "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" and "Beaches.
The name Lainie experienced significant popularity between the years 1966 and 2023, with a peak in the late 1960s to early 1970s. The highest number of births recorded was in 1970, with 91 newborn girls named Lainie. However, the name's popularity declined steadily throughout the subsequent decades, reaching its lowest point in recent years, with only 23 births recorded in 2017 and 40 births in 2023. In total, there were 1867 babies named Lainie between 1966 and 2023.