Elaine Name Origin
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American (Caucasian) 40%
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British (Caucasian) 35%
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French (Caucasian) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Elaine
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
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Name Origin
Elaine is of Old French origin, derived from the Old French name 'Hélaine', which itself comes from the Old Provençal name 'Elaine'. It became popular in English-speaking countries through medieval romances and is associated with the legendary figure of Elaine in Arthurian legend.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Elaine each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).