Layne: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Layne is of English origin and is a variant of the name Lane. The name Lane comes from the Old English word "lanu" which means "pathway" or "lane". It is often used as a surname and can also be used as a given name for both boys and girls. People with the name Layne are often described as being creative, independent, and resourceful.

The name Layne is of English origin. It is a variant spelling of the name Lane, which derived from the Old English word "lān," meaning "path" or "lane." It was likely used as a surname denoting someone who lived near or on a lane. In modern times, Layne can be used as both a given name and a surname.

The popularity of the name Layne varies depending on the region and time period. According to the U.S. Social Security Administration data, the name Layne has not consistently ranked in the top 1000 baby names in recent years. However, it has gained some popularity in certain years, particularly in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It is considered a relatively uncommon name overall.

Some possible variations of the name Layne include Laine, Lane, Layna, Lainey, Lannie, Laney, and Lainie.

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7. Layne-O
8. L-Dog
9. Laynez
10. Laynebean

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3. Layne MacDonald - former Canadian ice hockey player.
4. Layne Flack - American professional poker player.
5. Layne Britton - American television producer and writer.
6. Layne Redman - Canadian former professional ice hockey forward.
7. Layne Ulmer - Canadian former professional ice hockey player.
8. Layne Tom Jr. - American actor known for his roles in films such as "White Noise" and "Tropic Thunder."
9. Layne Christensen - American businessman and entrepreneur, founder of Layne Christensen Company.
10. Layne Robertson - New Zealand former rugby union player.