Glenora Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationglen-OR-ah / /ɡlɛˈnɔːrə/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: valley; English: bright, shining
Historical & Cultural Background
Glenora is a name that combines elements from Scottish and English origins. The prefix 'Glen' refers to a narrow valley, which is a common feature in Scottish geography. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with natural beauty. It gained some popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Glenora has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in the 20th century.
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Variants
- Glenora
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Glenora was first seen in the United States in 1902. Glenora has ranked as high as #896 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in California, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Glenora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Glenora (1924)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 8 |