Lorne
Lorne is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
From the region of Lorne (Lorn) in Scotland; historically associated with the Gaelic 'Lorn' or 'Lornus'.
Origin and history
Lorne is a Scottish name derived from the historic district of Lorne (or Lorn) in Argyll, Scotland. It gained popularity across the English-speaking world partly due to the Marquess of Lorne, who served as Governor General of Canada in the late 19th century. In the United States, it remains a rare but recognizable masculine name.
Popularity in the United States
4,302 babies in the United States have been named Lorne since 1880. It ranks #1895 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1889.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.5 %)
- MI (18.7 %)
- NY (12.1 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
- PA (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 20 |
| 1910-1920 | 168 |
| 1920-1930 | 289 |
| 1930-1940 | 249 |
| 1940-1950 | 235 |
| 1950-1960 | 243 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,441 |
| 1970-1980 | 660 |
| 1980-1990 | 473 |
| 1990-2000 | 258 |
| 2000-2010 | 134 |
| 2010-2019 | 94 |
| 2020-2029 | 38 |
Famous people named Lorne
- Lorne Greene: Actor, Broadcaster
- Lorne Michaels: Television producer, Screenwriter
- Lorne Balfe: Composer, Music producer
Fun facts
- The name's usage in North America was boosted by John Campbell, Marquess of Lorne, who served as Governor General of Canada from 1878 to 1883.
- Famed Canadian-American producer Lorne Michaels created the iconic comedy show Saturday Night Live.