Jory
Jory is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Flowing down (from Jordan) or farmer / earth-worker (from George).
Origin and history
Jory is a diminutive or variant of George or Jordan, derived from Hebrew or Greek roots. It gained moderate usage in the United States during the late 20th century as a soft, modern-sounding given name. It remains a uncommon but recognizable choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
3,223 babies in the United States have been named Jory since 1880. It ranks #2264 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1800.
States where it is most popular
- TX (24.3 %)
- CA (17.7 %)
- IL (9.2 %)
- UT (7.1 %)
- MI (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 12 |
| 1950-1960 | 165 |
| 1960-1970 | 127 |
| 1970-1980 | 477 |
| 1980-1990 | 853 |
| 1990-2000 | 787 |
| 2000-2010 | 361 |
| 2010-2019 | 314 |
| 2020-2029 | 127 |
Famous people named Jory
- Jory John: Author, Writer
Fun facts
- Jory originated as a Cornish variant of George, though in modern usage it frequently serves as a short form for Jordan.