Lorraine
Meaning of Lorraine
Lorraine is a beautiful and classic name for baby girls. This name has a feminine and elegant feel to it, making it an excellent choice for parents who want a timeless name for their daughter. The pronunciation of Lorraine in both American English and British English is luh-RAYN (/ləˈreɪn/). This name also has a variation, Loraine, which gives parents some flexibility in choosing the perfect spelling.
In terms of popularity, Lorraine has seen some fluctuations over the years in the United States. In recent years, it has been moderately popular, ranking around 1300-1400 in terms of occurrences. However, Lorraine was more popular in previous decades. It reached its peak popularity in the 1940s when it ranked as high as 84 in terms of occurrences. Despite some variations in popularity, Lorraine remains a charming and enduring choice for parents seeking a classic name with a touch of sophistication.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as luh-RAYN (/ləˈreɪn/)
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Notable People Named Lorraine
| Lorraine Vivian Hansberry was a groundbreaking American playwright, known for her play A Raisin in the Sun, which shed light on the lives of black Americans in Chicago during racial segregation. |
| Lorraine Bracco is an American actress known for her roles in The Sopranos and Goodfellas, with a career spanning film and television, and numerous award nominations. |
| Lorraine Garcia-Nakata is an American artist known for her diverse mediums and large-scale artworks, focusing on themes of daily life, portraiture, and realism, and a member of the Royal Chicano Air Force artist collective. |
| Lorraine Pascale is a British television cook, former top model, and USA Food Network host, known for her bestselling books and global TV shows, as well as her advocacy work and famous daughter. |
| Lorraine Hunt Lieberson was an American mezzo-soprano known for her exceptional performances of Baroque and contemporary works, and she transitioned to singing from a career as a professional violist in her thirties. |
| Lorraine Clifford-Lee is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician and Senator since June 2020. |
| Lorraine Marie Stanley is an English actress recognized for her roles in the film London to Brighton and the BBC soap opera EastEnders. |
| Lorraine Daston is an American historian of science and a prominent authority on Early Modern European scientific and intellectual history. |
| Lorraine Cheshire is an English actress recognized for her roles in popular TV shows such as Trollied, Waterloo Road, and Ackley Bridge. |
| Lorraine Broussard Nicholson is an American actress and director, recognized for her role as Alana Blanchard in the film Soul Surfer (2011). |
| Lorraine Rodero Inouye is a Democratic politician from Hawaii, serving in the Hawaii State Senate for District 4 and is not related to U.S. senator Daniel Inouye. |
| Lorraine Ann Voles is an American political advisor and the current chief of staff to the vice president of the United States. |
| Lorraine Winstanley is an English darts player who competes in both World Darts Federation (WDF) and Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) tournaments. |
| Lorraine Hunt - Lorraine T. Hunt is an American businesswoman, former politician, and entertainer who served as the 32nd lieutenant governor of Nevada from 1999 to 2007. |
| Lorraine Schwartz is a renowned American high jewelry designer, known for creating stunning pieces for celebrities like Beyoncé, Blake Lively, and Kim Kardashian, with one of her designs worn by Angelina Jolie at the Oscars valued at $2.5 million. |
