US Popularity Rank: 2439

Origin: German

Meaning: Queen, ruler; Rain; Advice, counsel; Wisdom of the army, wise commander

This gender-neutral name has just the right amount of whimsy for a free spirit. Raine is ideal for the little duck who loves splashing about in the puddles, derived from the Old English regn, meaning "rain." Raine's French roots link it to reine, meaning "queen," with the Germanic ragina adding "advice" or "counsel" to this lofty appellation. Also a possible descendant of the Old High German Raganhar, Raine takes on the endearment "wisdom of the army" or "wise commander." Raine's origins don't stop there—this diverse appellation is also a form of Rayne, a nickname and habitational surname that spans Europe. Easy to love and a delight to say and hear, Raine is for the tenacious tot ready to take their rightful place on the throne.