Loren
Loren is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Laurel-crowned or from Laurentum.
Origin and history
Loren is a unisex name derived from the Latin Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'laurel-crowned'. In the United States, it has been used for both girls and boys, functioning as a spelling variant of Lauren or a shortened form of Lorenzo.
Popularity in the United States
12,841 babies in the United States have been named Loren since 1880. It ranks #1418 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1655.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.2 %)
- TX (13.1 %)
- NY (12.9 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 41 |
| 1920-1930 | 76 |
| 1930-1940 | 50 |
| 1940-1950 | 137 |
| 1950-1960 | 635 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,082 |
| 1970-1980 | 951 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,654 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,520 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,175 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,068 |
| 2020-2029 | 446 |
Famous people named Loren
- Loren Horsley: Actress, Writer
- Loren Leman: Politician, Engineer
Nicknames
Lori, Ren, Laurie
Fun facts
- Loren has a long history of use for both females and males in the United States.
- The name ultimately traces back to the laurel plant, historically symbolic of victory and wisdom.