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Raedene

A feminine name likely derived from elements meaning "red" and "valley."

Name Census estimates that about 21 living Americans carry the first name Raedene. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Raedene today is around 67 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Raedene births was 1959 (7 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Raedene. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • The typical person named Raedene is about 67 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Raedenes were born before 1969.
  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Raedene. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

21

~ 1 in 16,321,635 Americans

Peak year

1959

7 babies that year

Average age

67

years old

1964 SSA rank

#7,542

Tracked since 1954

Popularity

Raedene: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Raedene from the 1950s through to the 1960s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 23 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1950s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.

Babies born per year

0245719551960

Decades

Raedene by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Raedene during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1950s02323
1960s055

Origin

Meaning and history of Raedene

The given name Raedene is a relatively modern name with origins that are not entirely clear. It appears to be an invented name, potentially derived from a combination of various linguistic roots and influences.

One possible origin of Raedene could be from the Old English word "ræd," meaning counsel or advice, combined with the suffix "-ene," which is often used to form feminine names. This would suggest that Raedene could be interpreted as "wise counsel" or "prudent advice."

Another theory proposes that Raedene may have its roots in the Old Norse language, where "ræd" means "red" or "ruddy," and "-ene" is a diminutive suffix. In this case, Raedene could potentially be translated as "little red one" or "reddish one."

It is also possible that Raedene is a combination of multiple linguistic elements, blending different cultural influences to create a unique and distinctive name. The "-ene" ending could be influenced by Greek or Gaelic naming traditions, while the "Raed-" prefix may have Germanic or Celtic origins.

While the exact origins of the name Raedene are uncertain, there are a few notable individuals throughout history who have borne this name. One of the earliest recorded instances is Raedene Salisbury, an American actress and dancer who was born in 1912 and appeared in several Broadway productions in the 1930s and 1940s.

Another notable Raedene was Raedene Russell, a British artist and illustrator born in 1928, known for her intricate botanical illustrations and nature-inspired artworks. Her work has been featured in various exhibitions and publications.

In the literary world, Raedene Bramall is a Canadian author and poet who has published several collections of poetry and short stories since the 1980s. Her works often explore themes of nature, identity, and human experiences.

Raedene Jeannette Butcher was an Australian painter and mixed media artist active in the late 20th century, known for her abstract and experimental works. Her artwork has been displayed in various galleries and exhibitions across Australia.

Finally, Raedene Ingram is a contemporary American artist and sculptor, renowned for her large-scale public installations and sculptures that explore themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience. Her works can be found in various cities and institutions across the United States.

While the name Raedene may not have a long and well-documented history, these individuals have contributed to shaping its legacy and adding depth to its cultural significance in various fields, from the arts to literature and performance.

People

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FAQ

Raedene: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Raedene?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 21 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Raedene going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 16,321,635 US residents.

Is Raedene a common name?

We classify Raedene as "Very Rare". It ranks above 40.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 28 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Raedene most popular?

The single biggest year for Raedene was 1959, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Raedene is about 67 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Raedene in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Raedene a female name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Raedene in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Raedene still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Raedene in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Raedene can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many Americans are named Raedene?

HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.

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