Rain

At a Glance: Name: Rain – Meaning: rain, rainfall – Origin: English – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: RAYN

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Rain is an English name that means exactly what it sounds like — rain, rainfall — and works for a boy or a girl. It's pronounced RAYN, and it tends to appeal to parents drawn to something short, plainspoken, and a little unconventional, evoking the outdoors and open air rather than tradition. If you want a name that reads as bold and modern without needing an explanation, it's a straightforward one to consider.

Meaning & Origin of Rain

Meaning: Rain, rainfall.

Origin: English.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Rain

Phonetic: RAYN   IPA: /ˈreɪn/

Popularity of Rain

In 2024, 161 babies were named Rain, putting it at #1394 nationally — just below its recent high point in 2023, when 195 babies received the name and it reached #1219.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1956–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Rain mean?

Rain, rainfall. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Rain)

How do you pronounce Rain?

Rain is pronounced RAYN (IPA: /ˈreɪn/).

Is Rain a popular name right now?

Rain is near its all-time peak (#1219 in 2023), ranked #1394 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1956–2024.)

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