Lori
Lori is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Laurel, or victory.
Origin and history
Lori is traditionally a diminutive of Laura or Florence, or a variant of Laurence. While far more common as a female name, it has historically seen rare usage as a masculine given name in the United States. Etymologically, it traces back to the Latin word for the laurel tree.
Popularity in the United States
853 babies in the United States have been named Lori since 1880. It ranks #3824 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (42.2 %)
- NY (20 %)
- CA (18.9 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
- MI (6.7 %)
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 | 98 |
| 1960-1970 | 412 |
| 1970-1980 | 261 |
| 1980-1990 | 82 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Although Lori is overwhelmingly female in modern U.S. data, over 800 males have been officially given the name since 1880.
- The name derives from the laurel plant, which was used in ancient Rome to weave crowns for conquerors and poets.