Lorelei Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLORE-uh-ly / ˈlɔːrəlaɪGerman; English
Meaning
German: alluring enchantress; English: a name derived from a rock in the Rhine River
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lorelei is derived from a rock on the Rhine River in Germany, associated with a legend of a siren who lured sailors to their doom. It has been popularized in literature and music, particularly in the 19th century. The name has gained traction in English-speaking countries as well, often associated with beauty and mystery.
Trend Summary
The name Lorelei has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Loreley
- Lorelai
International Variants
- Lorelei (German)
- Lorelai (English)
Famous people named Lorelei
Lorelei Lee is a fictional character in the 1925 novel 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' by Anita Loos, known for her charm and wit.
Lorelei Gilmore is a character from the television series 'Gilmore Girls', recognized as a strong and independent mother.
Lorelei H. is a notable American singer-songwriter known for her contributions to the indie music scene.
Lorelei T. is a prominent artist known for her contemporary paintings that explore themes of identity.
Fictional characters named Lorelei
Lorelei is a character in the 'Pokémon' franchise, known as a powerful Ice-type Pokémon trainer.
Lorelei is a character in the animated series 'The Legend of Korra', serving as a member of the Red Lotus.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lorelei was first seen in the United States in 1916. Lorelei has ranked as high as #775 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Lorelei has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lorelei (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 61 | |
| OH | 44 | |
| CA | 39 | |
| FL | 36 | |
| PA | 31 | |
| VA | 31 | |
| IN | 30 | |
| IL | 29 | |
| TN | 27 | |
| NC | 23 | |
| AZ | 21 | |
| WA | 20 | |
| MO | 20 | |
| GA | 18 | |
| MA | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 56 |
| 1929 | 36 |
| 1930 | 27 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 26 |
| 1938 | 121 |
| 1939 | 83 |
| 1940 | 58 |
| 1941 | 82 |
| 1942 | 79 |
| 1943 | 43 |
| 1944 | 38 |
| 1945 | 48 |
| 1946 | 44 |
| 1947 | 59 |
| 1948 | 67 |
| 1949 | 69 |
| 1950 | 81 |
| 1951 | 111 |
| 1952 | 114 |
| 1953 | 141 |
| 1954 | 176 |
| 1955 | 143 |
| 1956 | 137 |
| 1957 | 142 |
| 1958 | 114 |
| 1959 | 110 |
| 1960 | 115 |
| 1961 | 111 |
| 1962 | 109 |
| 1963 | 117 |
| 1964 | 97 |
| 1965 | 113 |
| 1966 | 102 |
| 1967 | 97 |
| 1968 | 73 |
| 1969 | 86 |
| 1970 | 75 |
| 1971 | 53 |
| 1972 | 52 |
| 1973 | 48 |
| 1974 | 62 |
| 1975 | 63 |
| 1976 | 71 |
| 1977 | 64 |
| 1978 | 77 |
| 1979 | 68 |
| 1980 | 53 |
| 1981 | 56 |
| 1982 | 54 |
| 1983 | 41 |
| 1984 | 44 |
| 1985 | 54 |
| 1986 | 41 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 31 |
| 1990 | 41 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 34 |
| 1999 | 44 |
| 2000 | 63 |
| 2001 | 99 |
| 2002 | 202 |
| 2003 | 226 |
| 2004 | 248 |
| 2005 | 320 |
| 2006 | 380 |
| 2007 | 431 |
| 2008 | 446 |
| 2009 | 504 |
| 2010 | 548 |
| 2011 | 585 |
| 2012 | 573 |
| 2013 | 604 |
| 2014 | 653 |
| 2015 | 704 |
| 2016 | 716 |
| 2017 | 683 |
| 2018 | 659 |
| 2019 | 682 |
| 2020 | 601 |
| 2021 | 700 |
| 2022 | 715 |
| 2023 | 630 |
| 2024 | 684 |