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Current rank (2025)#662
Babies named Layne in 2025414
Total recorded20,027
Peak year2012 (432 babies)
Highest rank ever#561
Years in records1918–2025 (103 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 267 spots
Gender breakdown72% boys / 28% girls

Frequently asked about Layne

What does the name Layne mean?
Layne means “Narrow path, road” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Layne?
Layne has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Narrow path, road”.
How popular is Layne?
Layne ranked #662 in 2025 — given to 414 babies that year.
When was Layne most popular?
Layne peaked in 2012 with 432 babies registered that year.
Is Layne a boy or girl name?
Layne is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 72% of Laynes are boys and 28% are girls.
Is the name Layne rising or falling in popularity?
Layne has risen 267 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #929 in 2020 to #662 in 2025.
How long has Layne been recorded?
Layne appears in birth records across 103 years — from 1918 through 2025.

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