| Meaning | road, path |
| Origin | English, Modern |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Layne |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Layne |
The name Layne, a modern variant of Lane, carries with it a sense of purpose and determination. Originating from the Old English word "lān," meaning "lane" or "path," it evokes the imagery of a narrow road or pathway leading towards progress and new horizons.
With its distinct spelling, Layne offers a fresh and contemporary twist on a traditional name. The name's simplicity and strength make it a popular choice for parents seeking a masculine and impactful name for their baby boys.
Layne has gained recognition through various notable individuals, including musicians like Layne Staley, the lead vocalist of Alice in Chains, and athletes like Layne Beachley, an accomplished professional surfer.
In fiction, Layne has also made appearances as characters in several works, embodying traits of determination and resilience.
Whether you choose Layne for its symbolic meaning or its modern appeal, this name offers a strong foundation for a boy's future, reflecting his potential to carve his own unique path in life.
| Lay |
| Lane |
| Laynie |
| Lenny |
| Layne Staley | American musician - lead vocalist of Alice in Chains |
| Layne Redman | American baseball player |
| Layne Britton | American football player |
| Layne Christensen | American entrepreneur and businessman |
| Layne McDonald | Australian rules footballer |
| Layne Tom Jr. | Native American actor |
| Layne Tadesse | Ethiopian singer |
| Layne Murdoch Jr. | American photographer |
| Layne Murdoch Sr. | American basketball player |
| Layne Flack | American professional poker player |
| Layne Ulrich | American musician - drummer for Metallica |
| Layne Vandenberg | Australian actor |
| Layne Herdt | American former basketball player |
| Layne Huiet | American football player |
| Layne Beachley | Australian surfer |
| Layne Matthews | American football player |
| Layne Rutherford | American football player |
| Layne Wilson | Canadian actor |
| Layne Dyess | American football player |
| Layne Abeley | Character from "Shiver" by Maggie Stiefvater |
| Layne Hamilton | Character from "Secrets of the Time Society" by Sienna Mercer |
| Layne Jensen | Character from "Spy X - The Code" by Peter Lerangis |
| Layne Montgomery | Character from "Burn for Burn" by Jenny Han and Siobhan Vivian |
| Layne Price | Character from "In My Father's House" by E. Lynn Harris |
| Layne Robinson | Character from "Kisses from Hell" by Kristin Cast |
| Layne Steinberg | Character from "The Pact" by Karina Halle |
| Layne Talbot | Character from "The House of Closed Doors" by Jane Steen |
| Layne Winters | Character from "Moonlit" by Jadie Jones |
| Layne Winslow | Character from "Private Demon" by Lynn Viehl |
| Layne Gray | Character from "Broken Hearts" by R.L. Mathewson |
| Layne Hanson | Character from "The Human" by Keary Taylor |
| Layne Harrison | Character from "The Girl from the Sea" by Shalini Boland |
| Layne Reese | Character from "His Wounded Light" by Christina Lee |
| Layne Emerson | Character from "The Dark Ones" by Rachel Van Dyken |
| Layne Ellison | Character from "The Stars of Summer" by Tara Dairman |
| Layne Porter | Character from "The Last Good Day" by Robert Kimmel Smith |
| Layne Swoope | Character from "You Don't Know Me" by David Klass |
| Layne Davies | Character from "The Cowboy's Secret Baby" by Mary Sue Jackson |
| Layne Harper | Character from "Wild Man Creek" by Robyn Carr |