Rainier is a masculine given name of German origin. It is derived from the Germanic elements "ráð" meaning counsel or advice, and "herr" which means lord or master. Therefore, Rainier can be interpreted to mean "advisor to the lord".
The name Rainier has a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages in Europe. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Rainier III, who was a count in Alsace during the 10th century. The name became more popular in France after it was adopted by members of the House of Savoy, a powerful noble family that ruled over much of Italy and parts of France.
Today, Rainier is still used as a given name, particularly in France and other French-speaking countries. It may also be found occasionally in other parts of Europe and even in North America. While it is not as common as some other masculine names, Rainier remains a distinctive and historic choice for parents seeking a unique name for their son.
The statistics provided show the annual births of the name Rainier in the United States from 1956 to 2023. Over this period of nearly seven decades, there have been a total of 812 births with this name.
The data demonstrates fluctuations in popularity over time. The name experienced its peak popularity between the years 2014 and 2023, with the highest number of births occurring in these recent years. In particular, there were 40 births each year in both 2021 and 2022, and 41 births in 2023.
Interestingly, there have been several periods where the name Rainier was not given to any children born that year, such as in 1958, 1960, 1961, and 1973. Conversely, there were also years with no recorded births of the name Rainier until recently, suggesting a resurgence in its popularity in recent times.
Overall, these statistics provide insight into the trends related to the name Rainier over time in the United States. They show that while it has not always been popular, there appears to be renewed interest in the name among parents today.