Lori Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOHR-ee / ˈlɔːriLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: laurel; English: short form of Lorraine
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lori is derived from the Latin word 'laurus,' meaning 'laurel,' which symbolizes victory and honor. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century as a diminutive of Lorraine. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with femininity and grace.
Trend Summary
Lori experienced peak popularity in the 1960s and 1970s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lorie
- Lory
International Variants
- Lori (English)
- Lora (Spanish)
- Lori (Hebrew)
Famous people named Lori
Lori Loughlin is an American actress known for her role in the television series 'Full House.'.
Lori Greiner is an American inventor and television personality, recognized for her appearances on 'Shark Tank.'.
Lori Petty is an American actress and director, famous for her roles in 'A League of Their Own' and 'Tank Girl.'.
Lori Lightfoot is an American attorney and politician, serving as the mayor of Chicago since 2019.
Fictional characters named Lori
Lori Grimes is a character in the comic book series and television show 'The Walking Dead,' known for her complex relationships and survival challenges.
Lori Anderson is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' recognized for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lori was first seen in the United States in 1924. Lori has ranked as high as #28 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Lori has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lori (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
PA | 15 | |
CA | 14 | |
OH | 12 | |
TX | 10 | |
NY | 8 | |
IN | 7 | |
NC | 6 | |
SC | 5 | |
GA | 5 | |
MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1924 | 6 |
1925 | 5 |
1926 | 5 |
1927 | 8 |
1929 | 7 |
1930 | 13 |
1931 | 6 |
1932 | 5 |
1933 | 8 |
1934 | 6 |
1935 | 9 |
1936 | 14 |
1937 | 17 |
1938 | 20 |
1939 | 28 |
1940 | 35 |
1941 | 40 |
1942 | 53 |
1943 | 51 |
1944 | 55 |
1945 | 53 |
1946 | 88 |
1947 | 105 |
1948 | 136 |
1949 | 178 |
1950 | 186 |
1951 | 531 |
1952 | 972 |
1953 | 1,792 |
1954 | 3,440 |
1955 | 4,976 |
1956 | 7,145 |
1957 | 8,964 |
1958 | 13,033 |
1959 | 15,031 |
1960 | 18,688 |
1961 | 21,875 |
1962 | 22,395 |
1963 | 23,903 |
1964 | 18,620 |
1965 | 15,700 |
1966 | 14,671 |
1967 | 13,563 |
1968 | 13,126 |
1969 | 14,020 |
1970 | 13,449 |
1971 | 11,829 |
1972 | 9,434 |
1973 | 8,472 |
1974 | 7,960 |
1975 | 6,651 |
1976 | 5,849 |
1977 | 5,072 |
1978 | 4,631 |
1979 | 4,432 |
1980 | 4,085 |
1981 | 3,479 |
1982 | 2,978 |
1983 | 2,519 |
1984 | 2,079 |
1985 | 1,791 |
1986 | 1,466 |
1987 | 1,172 |
1988 | 1,090 |
1989 | 986 |
1990 | 852 |
1991 | 736 |
1992 | 642 |
1993 | 556 |
1994 | 524 |
1995 | 394 |
1996 | 345 |
1997 | 304 |
1998 | 308 |
1999 | 284 |
2000 | 255 |
2001 | 233 |
2002 | 183 |
2003 | 207 |
2004 | 189 |
2005 | 226 |
2006 | 135 |
2007 | 179 |
2008 | 142 |
2009 | 135 |
2010 | 111 |
2011 | 117 |
2012 | 101 |
2013 | 115 |
2014 | 129 |
2015 | 135 |
2016 | 144 |
2017 | 129 |
2018 | 140 |
2019 | 126 |
2020 | 123 |
2021 | 128 |
2022 | 165 |
2023 | 156 |
2024 | 141 |