Lorraine as a name
Lorraine is a feminine given name of French origin. It is derived from the French place name Lorraine, which comes from the medieval kingdom of Lotharingia. The name means “land of Lothar” and was named after the ruler Lothair II.
Lorraine has been a popular name in English-speaking countries since the early 20th century. It was most popular in the 1930s and 1940s, but it has since declined in popularity.
Famous people named Lorraine include Lorraine Hansberry, an American playwright and author, and Lorraine Kelly, a Scottish television presenter.
