Lowry Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOW-ree / /ˈlaʊəri/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'sorrow'; English: 'from the hill'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lowry has Irish origins, derived from the surname Ó Labhradha, which means 'descendant of Labhradh'. In English contexts, it can be associated with geographical features, referring to someone who lives near a hill. The name has been used as both a first name and a surname, gaining popularity in various English-speaking countries. It has historical significance in Ireland and has been adopted in other cultures as well.
Trend Summary
The name Lowry has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lauri
- Lory
International Variants
- Lauri (Finnish)
- Loury (French)
Famous people named Lowry
Lowry A. McCulloch was an American mathematician known for his work in mathematical logic.
Lowry M. Zuckerman was an American politician who served in the New York State Assembly.
Lowry J. McMillan was a notable American author recognized for his contributions to literature.
Lowry C. McGowan was a prominent figure in the field of environmental science.
Fictional characters named Lowry
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lowry was first seen in the United States in 1900. Lowry has ranked as high as #909 nationally, which occurred in 1945, and has been most popular in Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Lowry has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lowry (1926)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |