Lorie
Lorie is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Laurel or crowned with laurel.
Origin and history
Lorie is a feminine given name derived as a variant of Lori or Laura, ultimately originating from the Latin word 'laurus' referring to the laurel tree. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century as a diminutive or modern spelling variant. Today, it is relatively uncommon for modern U.S. newborns.
Popularity in the United States
21,964 babies in the United States have been named Lorie since 1880. It ranks #995 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2037.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11 %)
- PA (6.5 %)
- TX (6.5 %)
- OH (6.3 %)
- NY (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 69 |
| 1920-1930 | 101 |
| 1930-1940 | 107 |
| 1940-1950 | 328 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,466 |
| 1960-1970 | 10,619 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,292 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,265 |
| 1990-2000 | 338 |
| 2000-2010 | 194 |
| 2010-2019 | 116 |
| 2020-2029 | 64 |
Famous people named Lorie
- Lorie Line: Pianist, Composer
Nicknames
Lor
Fun facts
- The underlying root refers to the laurel wreath, an ancient Greco-Roman symbol of victory and academic achievement.
- Lorie saw its peak usage in the United States between the 1950s and 1970s alongside similar names like Lori and Laurie.