Baine

Baine is a proper noun used as both a given name and a surname in various contexts. In popular culture, the name is best known from the Warcraft video game franchise, where Baine Bloodhoof is a Tauren character. Baine Bloodhoof is the son of Cairne Bloodhoof and a prominent leader within Tauren society. In the lore, he is depicted as pragmatic and cautious in his approach to leadership, aiming to secure the welfare of his people while maintaining diplomatic relations with other races and defending Tauren interests. He appears in multiple World of Warcraft expansions and related media, contributing to Tauren lore and the broader Horde narrative.

Outside of Warcraft, Baine is used occasionally as a real-world given name or surname, though it remains relatively uncommon. The spelling has variants such as Bain in different cultures, and Baine may be encountered in fan-made works or fictional contexts beyond the official games. The name’s prominence is largely tied to its association with the Warcraft character, rather than widespread usage in public life.