Lior Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-or / liːˈɔːrHebrew
Meaning
My light
Historical & Cultural Background
Lior is a Hebrew name that has gained popularity in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. It reflects a positive and uplifting sentiment, often associated with brightness and hope. The name is commonly given to boys and has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in modern Hebrew literature and music.
Trend Summary
Lior has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Liorah
International Variants
- Lior (Hebrew)
Famous people named Lior
Lior Ashkenazi is an Israeli actor known for his roles in films such as 'Walk on Water' and 'Big Bad Wolves'.
Lior Suchard is an Israeli mentalist and performer famous for his mind-reading abilities.
Fictional characters named Lior
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lior was first seen in the United States in 1969. Lior has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Lior has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lior (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 18 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 41 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 58 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2023 | 60 |
| 2024 | 57 |