Gloria
Gloria is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Glory, renown, or praise.
Origin and history
Gloria is a name of Latin origin meaning 'glory'. Although overwhelmingly given to females, U.S. social security records reflect historical usage as a masculine name in the early to mid-20th century.
Popularity in the United States
1,737 babies in the United States have been named Gloria since 1880. It ranks #3058 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (60.8 %)
- CA (21.3 %)
- NY (10.3 %)
- PA (3 %)
- AR (1.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 194 |
| 1930-1940 | 343 |
| 1940-1950 | 412 |
| 1950-1960 | 329 |
| 1960-1970 | 179 |
| 1970-1980 | 100 |
| 1980-1990 | 126 |
| 1990-2000 | 54 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name directly derives from the Latin abstract noun 'gloria', meaning fame, honor, or glory.
- Gloria is prominent in Christian prayer and sacred music traditions throughout Western history.
- Over 1,700 boys in the United States have been named Gloria since 1880, primarily before 1960.