Lior
Lior is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
My light or I have light.
Origin and history
Lior is a modern unisex name of Hebrew origin meaning 'my light' or 'I have light'. It is traditionally given to boys and girls in Israel, often around holiday periods like Hanukkah. In the United States, its usage has grown steadily among parents seeking a short, meaningful name.
Popularity in the United States
883 babies in the United States have been named Lior since 1880. It ranks #3795 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1585.
States where it is most popular
- NY (52.4 %)
- CA (30.5 %)
- FL (8.7 %)
- TX (6 %)
- MA (1.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 22 |
| 1990-2000 | 78 |
| 2000-2010 | 146 |
| 2010-2019 | 290 |
| 2020-2029 | 342 |
Famous people named Lior
- Lior Raz: Actor, Screenwriter
- Lior Ashkenazi: Actor, Director
- Lior Suchard: Mentalist, Entertainer
Fun facts
- The name is a combination of the Hebrew words 'li' (to me / my) and 'or' (light).
- In contemporary Israel, Lior is widely used for both boys and girls.