Loren Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLO-ren / ˈlɔːrənLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: laurel; English: from the place of laurel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Loren is derived from the Latin name Laurentius, which means 'from Laurentum' or 'laurelled'. In ancient Rome, laurel wreaths were symbols of victory and honor. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has gained popularity as both a masculine and feminine name over the years.
Trend Summary
Loren has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lorenzo
- Laurent
International Variants
- Lorenzo (Italian)
- Laurent (French)
Famous people named Loren
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Fictional characters named Loren
Loren is a character in the 'The Witcher' series, known for his role as a skilled warrior.
Loren is featured in the 'Lorenzo's Oil' film, depicting a father’s quest to find a cure for his son’s illness.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Loren was first seen in the United States in 1880. Loren has ranked as high as #547 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Minnesota, Iowa, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Loren has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Loren (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WI | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 22 |
| 1881 | 22 |
| 1882 | 35 |
| 1883 | 22 |
| 1884 | 19 |
| 1885 | 20 |
| 1886 | 22 |
| 1887 | 23 |
| 1888 | 23 |
| 1889 | 22 |
| 1890 | 26 |
| 1891 | 24 |
| 1892 | 29 |
| 1893 | 20 |
| 1894 | 30 |
| 1895 | 30 |
| 1896 | 32 |
| 1897 | 36 |
| 1898 | 19 |
| 1899 | 30 |
| 1900 | 44 |
| 1901 | 44 |
| 1902 | 33 |
| 1903 | 38 |
| 1904 | 37 |
| 1905 | 47 |
| 1906 | 47 |
| 1907 | 45 |
| 1908 | 46 |
| 1909 | 66 |
| 1910 | 66 |
| 1911 | 77 |
| 1912 | 201 |
| 1913 | 223 |
| 1914 | 273 |
| 1915 | 392 |
| 1916 | 434 |
| 1917 | 424 |
| 1918 | 524 |
| 1919 | 479 |
| 1920 | 530 |
| 1921 | 491 |
| 1922 | 557 |
| 1923 | 579 |
| 1924 | 636 |
| 1925 | 637 |
| 1926 | 608 |
| 1927 | 607 |
| 1928 | 612 |
| 1929 | 553 |
| 1930 | 536 |
| 1931 | 576 |
| 1932 | 538 |
| 1933 | 549 |
| 1934 | 570 |
| 1935 | 573 |
| 1936 | 545 |
| 1937 | 486 |
| 1938 | 575 |
| 1939 | 625 |
| 1940 | 586 |
| 1941 | 562 |
| 1942 | 673 |
| 1943 | 677 |
| 1944 | 613 |
| 1945 | 623 |
| 1946 | 652 |
| 1947 | 694 |
| 1948 | 667 |
| 1949 | 651 |
| 1950 | 641 |
| 1951 | 667 |
| 1952 | 673 |
| 1953 | 691 |
| 1954 | 688 |
| 1955 | 716 |
| 1956 | 646 |
| 1957 | 651 |
| 1958 | 632 |
| 1959 | 612 |
| 1960 | 657 |
| 1961 | 643 |
| 1962 | 627 |
| 1963 | 693 |
| 1964 | 708 |
| 1965 | 656 |
| 1966 | 619 |
| 1967 | 566 |
| 1968 | 570 |
| 1969 | 614 |
| 1970 | 564 |
| 1971 | 470 |
| 1972 | 433 |
| 1973 | 393 |
| 1974 | 357 |
| 1975 | 341 |
| 1976 | 371 |
| 1977 | 340 |
| 1978 | 362 |
| 1979 | 379 |
| 1980 | 392 |
| 1981 | 380 |
| 1982 | 385 |
| 1983 | 420 |
| 1984 | 390 |
| 1985 | 375 |
| 1986 | 366 |
| 1987 | 334 |
| 1988 | 301 |
| 1989 | 289 |
| 1990 | 261 |
| 1991 | 289 |
| 1992 | 255 |
| 1993 | 225 |
| 1994 | 221 |
| 1995 | 183 |
| 1996 | 152 |
| 1997 | 167 |
| 1998 | 142 |
| 1999 | 124 |
| 2000 | 138 |
| 2001 | 119 |
| 2002 | 126 |
| 2003 | 100 |
| 2004 | 107 |
| 2005 | 112 |
| 2006 | 94 |
| 2007 | 90 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 63 |
| 2010 | 70 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2015 | 72 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 56 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2021 | 58 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 57 |
| 2024 | 50 |