Layne
Meaning
Dweller By The Road
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/leɪn/
Traits associated with the name Layne:
Dogs named Layne tend to be loving, industrious, loyal, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Layne?
That you have an appreciation for classic rock music, as Layne is the first name of the late Layne Staley, the lead singer of the band Alice in Chains.
Is Layne a good dog name?
Layne is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Layne isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Layne is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Layne was, in the past month, the 5464th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Layne is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Layne was viewed 28 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Layne's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Layne is most adored in Arizona, Maryland and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Illinois, New Jersey and New York.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Layne.
Most popular breeds named Layne:
- Maltese
Layne is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in the 70s, this moniker echoes rock legend Layne Staley.
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