Lori Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOHR-ee / ˈlɔːriEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: laurel; Latin: bay tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Lori is often considered a diminutive of the name Lorraine, which has French origins. The name is associated with the laurel tree, a symbol of victory and honor in ancient cultures. It has been used as a given name since the mid-20th century, primarily for girls, but has occasionally been used for boys as well. The name's popularity has fluctuated over the decades.
Trend Summary
Lori has seen a decline in popularity as a boy's name in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lorie
- Lory
International Variants
- Lorenzo (Italian)
- Loris (Italian)
Famous people named Lori
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lori was first seen in the United States in 1954. Lori has ranked as high as #1087 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, California, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Lori has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lori (1970)
State | Births | Share |
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PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1954 | 5 |
1955 | 5 |
1956 | 14 |
1957 | 20 |
1958 | 25 |
1959 | 29 |
1960 | 47 |
1961 | 48 |
1962 | 49 |
1963 | 48 |
1964 | 38 |
1965 | 43 |
1966 | 44 |
1967 | 33 |
1968 | 23 |
1969 | 39 |
1970 | 40 |
1971 | 42 |
1972 | 28 |
1973 | 29 |
1974 | 30 |
1975 | 21 |
1976 | 24 |
1977 | 11 |
1978 | 22 |
1979 | 14 |
1980 | 15 |
1981 | 11 |
1982 | 9 |
1983 | 13 |
1984 | 8 |
1985 | 5 |
1986 | 5 |
1987 | 9 |
1988 | 7 |