Lory
Lory is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Laurel tree or victory.
Origin and history
Lory is a feminine given name, often appearing as a variant spelling of Lori or Laurie, which derive from Laura or original Latin root Laurel. It has also been used independently or as a pet form of Lorelei or Lorraine. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage in the mid-20th century but is now uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
2,258 babies in the United States have been named Lory since 1880. It ranks #3703 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2085.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32 %)
- FL (12.5 %)
- NY (12.4 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 11 |
| 1930-1940 | 12 |
| 1940-1950 | 82 |
| 1950-1960 | 533 |
| 1960-1970 | 762 |
| 1970-1980 | 442 |
| 1980-1990 | 183 |
| 1990-2000 | 117 |
| 2000-2010 | 74 |
| 2010-2019 | 26 |
| 2020-2029 | 16 |
Fun facts
- Lory is a less common phonetic spelling of Lori and Laurie, both derived from the classical name Laura.
- The name saw its highest popularity in the U.S. during the 1950s and 1960s along with other similar sounding names.