Elaine Name Meaning & Origin
/Eh-layn/Elaine is possibly a name of American origin.
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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 Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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American (Caucasian) 40% -
British (Caucasian) 35% -
French (Caucasian) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Elaine
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 1,007 girls in the US were named Elaine.
Growth of the name Elaine in the US (SSA Data):
Elaine Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.