Loray Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationloh-RAY / /loʊˈreɪ/French; English
Meaning
French: 'the king'; English: 'from the laurel tree'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Loray has roots in both French and English cultures. In French, it is derived from 'Lora,' which relates to laurel, a symbol of victory. In English contexts, it can be associated with regal connotations. The name is relatively uncommon, which may appeal to parents seeking unique names for their daughters.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lora
- Lori
International Variants
- Lora (Spanish)
- Laurel (English)
Famous people named Loray
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Loray was first seen in the United States in 1921. Loray has ranked as high as #1117 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Loray has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Loray
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |