Gloria
Gloria is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Glory, renown, or praise.
Origin and history
Gloria is a female given name of Latin origin meaning 'glory' or 'fame'. It gained widespread popularity in the early to mid-20th century in the United States, helped by popular media and music. Today, it remains a classic, recognizable name with steady enduring usage.
Popularity in the United States
415,281 babies in the United States have been named Gloria since 1880. It ranks #88 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #606.
States where it is most popular
- NY (10 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- CA (9.3 %)
- PA (5.8 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 7 |
| 1890-1900 | 71 |
| 1900-1910 | 435 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,818 |
| 1920-1930 | 62,859 |
| 1930-1940 | 68,588 |
| 1940-1950 | 105,055 |
| 1950-1960 | 86,705 |
| 1960-1970 | 38,591 |
| 1970-1980 | 14,219 |
| 1980-1990 | 10,430 |
| 1990-2000 | 9,790 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,266 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,610 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,837 |
Famous people named Gloria
- Gloria Steinem: Activist, Journalist
- Gloria Estefan: Singer, Songwriter
- Gloria Swanson: Actress, Producer
Nicknames
Glo, Glory
Fun facts
- The name grew significantly in popularity during the 1920s, boosted by George Bernard Shaw's play 'You Never Can Tell' and later by iconic mid-century stars.
- The name has appeared frequently in modern pop music, including hit songs titled 'Gloria' by Laura Branigan and The Lumineers.