Loris Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LOH-ris /ˈlɔːrɪs/
Origin: Latin; Italian
Meaning: Latin: 'the laurel tree'; Italian: 'of the laurel'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Loris has its roots in the Latin word "laurus," meaning "laurel," which is a symbol of victory and honor. The term evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning from Latin to the Old French "lor" and eventually entering the English lexicon.
The laurel tree has been significant in various cultures, often associated with triumph and achievement, particularly in ancient Rome where laurel wreaths were awarded to victors in athletic competitions and military commanders. This connection to victory and honor has contributed to the name's enduring appeal.
Historically, the name Loris has been linked to various notable figures and cultural references. In the early Christian era, the laurel became a symbol of martyrdom and was associated with saints, further embedding the name within religious contexts.
The name appears in various forms across different cultures, including Lora and Laura, which have also been popularized through literary and artistic works. The use of the name in literature can be traced back to the Renaissance, where it was often used to evoke themes of beauty and virtue, reflecting the cultural significance of the laurel.
In addition to its historical and literary associations, the name Loris has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing peace and victory. The laurel's association with the divine and its use in religious iconography have reinforced the name's positive connotations throughout history.
The diminutive forms of Loris, such as Lora, have also been used in various cultures, further illustrating the name's versatility and cultural resonance. Overall, Loris embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and cultural significance, rooted in the symbolism of the laurel.
Famous people named Loris
In this section, you will find notable people named Loris. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Loris who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Loris Karius is a professional footballer best known for playing as a goalkeeper for Liverpool and Newcastle United.
Loris Malaguzzi was an educator and founder of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education.
Loris Capirossi is a former motorcycle racer best known for competing in MotoGP and winning three world championships.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Loris was first seen in the United States in 1903.
Loris has ranked as high as #1397 nationally, which occurred in 1935, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
In the past 5 years the name Loris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Loris is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Loris was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Loris.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2005 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1987 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1979 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1978 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1975 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1973 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1972 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1971 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1970 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1969 | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| 1968 | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| 1967 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1966 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1965 | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| 1964 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1963 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1962 | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| 1961 | 32 | 5 | 27 |
| 1960 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1959 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1958 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1957 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1956 | 31 | 5 | 26 |
| 1955 | 25 | 6 | 19 |
| 1954 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 1953 | 28 | 5 | 23 |
| 1952 | 29 | 9 | 20 |
| 1951 | 38 | 10 | 28 |
| 1950 | 41 | 5 | 36 |
| 1949 | 36 | 12 | 24 |
| 1948 | 31 | 8 | 23 |
| 1947 | 45 | 11 | 34 |
| 1946 | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| 1945 | 22 | 5 | 17 |
| 1944 | 28 | 5 | 23 |
| 1943 | 36 | 10 | 26 |
| 1942 | 31 | 7 | 24 |
| 1941 | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| 1940 | 33 | 8 | 25 |
| 1939 | 46 | 7 | 39 |
| 1938 | 32 | 5 | 27 |
| 1937 | 43 | 9 | 34 |
| 1936 | 59 | 11 | 48 |
| 1935 | 78 | 14 | 64 |
| 1934 | 49 | 16 | 33 |
| 1933 | 39 | 11 | 28 |
| 1932 | 38 | 11 | 27 |
| 1931 | 67 | 22 | 45 |
| 1930 | 53 | 11 | 42 |
| 1929 | 53 | 14 | 39 |
| 1928 | 60 | 11 | 49 |
| 1927 | 48 | 13 | 35 |
| 1926 | 63 | 15 | 48 |
| 1925 | 52 | 20 | 32 |
| 1924 | 64 | 19 | 45 |
| 1923 | 59 | 22 | 37 |
| 1922 | 46 | 15 | 31 |
| 1921 | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| 1920 | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| 1919 | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| 1918 | 54 | 13 | 41 |
| 1917 | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| 1916 | 36 | 12 | 24 |
| 1915 | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| 1914 | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| 1913 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| 1912 | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| 1908 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1906 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1903 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Loris (1957)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |