Popularity: 1924
Origin: British
Other Origin(s): German; British
Meaning: Abundance from above
Rain is a gender-neutral name of Old English and German origin associated with the drizzly word “rain” meaning an “abundance from above”. Among other weather-related names, this is undeniably its purest form. Some parents might associate the title with a dreary day, but Rain also sports an air of coolness and rejuvenation. Rain has multiple variants, including Raina, Rayne, Rhayn, Reine, or Reign, and its most famous bearer is likely to be the star of The Office, Rainn Wilson. Whether you’re looking to pay tribute to mother nature or remind baby of their purpose in the world, Rain is a perfect choice.