Bright, shining light or path
Lainie originated as a diminutive of Elaine or Alaina. It shares the same roots as Helen, signifying a bright, radiant light, but has evolved into a standalone name with a breezy, casual feel.
Less common today
Lainie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,290 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Oscar-nominated actress and singer
The artistic protagonist of the teen film She's All That · She's All That
