Gloria Girl
Origin(s)
Latin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: glory; Spanish: fame
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gloria has its roots in Latin, where it means 'glory' or 'fame'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century. It is often associated with positive attributes such as honor and celebration.
Trend Summary
The name Gloria experienced peak popularity in the early to mid-20th century but has seen a decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Glory, Florence, Celia, Lydia, Aurora, Selena, Maria, Elena
Variants
- Glory
- Glo
International Variants
- Gloria (Italian)
- Glòria (Catalan)
- Gloriana (Italian)
Famous people named Gloria
Gloria Estefan is a Cuban-American singer and songwriter known for her contributions to pop and Latin music.
Gloria Gaynor is an American singer best known for her hit song 'I Will Survive'.
Gloria Vanderbilt was an American artist, author, and fashion designer, recognized for her influence in the fashion industry.
Gloria Allred is an American attorney and women's rights advocate known for her high-profile legal cases.
Fictional characters named Gloria
Gloria is a character in the animated film franchise 'Madagascar', known for her strong and confident personality.
Gloria is a character in the television series 'Modern Family', portrayed as a passionate and loving mother.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gloria was first seen in the United States in 1881. Gloria has ranked as high as #53 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Gloria has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gloria (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 64 | |
| TX | 55 | |
| NY | 26 | |
| FL | 26 | |
| IN | 19 | |
| WA | 16 | |
| IL | 13 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| NJ | 12 | |
| KY | 12 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| AZ | 11 | |
| CO | 11 | |
| MA | 11 | |
| MD | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1892 | 8 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 11 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 13 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 38 |
| 1901 | 28 |
| 1902 | 23 |
| 1903 | 25 |
| 1904 | 32 |
| 1905 | 41 |
| 1906 | 42 |
| 1907 | 52 |
| 1908 | 71 |
| 1909 | 83 |
| 1910 | 115 |
| 1911 | 126 |
| 1912 | 159 |
| 1913 | 158 |
| 1914 | 192 |
| 1915 | 239 |
| 1916 | 331 |
| 1917 | 435 |
| 1918 | 516 |
| 1919 | 547 |
| 1920 | 1,016 |
| 1921 | 2,731 |
| 1922 | 4,496 |
| 1923 | 5,310 |
| 1924 | 6,534 |
| 1925 | 9,381 |
| 1926 | 9,199 |
| 1927 | 8,534 |
| 1928 | 8,119 |
| 1929 | 7,539 |
| 1930 | 7,604 |
| 1931 | 8,547 |
| 1932 | 7,813 |
| 1933 | 6,752 |
| 1934 | 6,814 |
| 1935 | 6,348 |
| 1936 | 6,140 |
| 1937 | 6,334 |
| 1938 | 6,297 |
| 1939 | 5,939 |
| 1940 | 8,026 |
| 1941 | 9,008 |
| 1942 | 9,450 |
| 1943 | 9,684 |
| 1944 | 9,968 |
| 1945 | 11,037 |
| 1946 | 11,686 |
| 1947 | 12,626 |
| 1948 | 11,691 |
| 1949 | 11,878 |
| 1950 | 11,037 |
| 1951 | 10,952 |
| 1952 | 10,458 |
| 1953 | 9,680 |
| 1954 | 8,923 |
| 1955 | 8,552 |
| 1956 | 7,929 |
| 1957 | 7,120 |
| 1958 | 6,134 |
| 1959 | 5,921 |
| 1960 | 5,958 |
| 1961 | 5,691 |
| 1962 | 5,103 |
| 1963 | 4,536 |
| 1964 | 3,966 |
| 1965 | 3,438 |
| 1966 | 2,858 |
| 1967 | 2,617 |
| 1968 | 2,257 |
| 1969 | 2,165 |
| 1970 | 2,045 |
| 1971 | 1,866 |
| 1972 | 1,619 |
| 1973 | 1,554 |
| 1974 | 1,421 |
| 1975 | 1,288 |
| 1976 | 1,175 |
| 1977 | 1,128 |
| 1978 | 1,050 |
| 1979 | 1,074 |
| 1980 | 1,071 |
| 1981 | 1,110 |
| 1982 | 1,072 |
| 1983 | 1,151 |
| 1984 | 1,047 |
| 1985 | 1,000 |
| 1986 | 976 |
| 1987 | 989 |
| 1988 | 936 |
| 1989 | 1,080 |
| 1990 | 1,180 |
| 1991 | 1,127 |
| 1992 | 1,113 |
| 1993 | 1,006 |
| 1994 | 980 |
| 1995 | 897 |
| 1996 | 929 |
| 1997 | 864 |
| 1998 | 885 |
| 1999 | 809 |
| 2000 | 842 |
| 2001 | 715 |
| 2002 | 779 |
| 2003 | 712 |
| 2004 | 724 |
| 2005 | 717 |
| 2006 | 702 |
| 2007 | 714 |
| 2008 | 742 |
| 2009 | 617 |
| 2010 | 589 |
| 2011 | 510 |
| 2012 | 583 |
| 2013 | 573 |
| 2014 | 572 |
| 2015 | 597 |
| 2016 | 567 |
| 2017 | 544 |
| 2018 | 528 |
| 2019 | 547 |
| 2020 | 510 |
| 2021 | 530 |
| 2022 | 468 |
| 2023 | 438 |
| 2024 | 447 |