The nameLorna
Lorna is a girl's name created by an English novelist in the 19th century.
- Girl's name
- English
Meaning
It has no meaning of its own. It is often linked to the Lorn area of Scotland.
Origin
English. R. D. Blackmore invented it for the heroine of his novel Lorna Doone, published in 1869.
History
In France, Lorna has been given since the 1950s, peaked in the mid 2000s and has since declined.
Popularity of the name Lorna
Lorna in France
Lorna was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 635 births over the decade, 46% of all recorded babies named Lorna. Its rise began around 1982, and it peaked in 2004. Half of all babies named Lorna in France were born before 2004.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lorna mean?
It has no meaning of its own. It is often linked to the Lorn area of Scotland.
What is the origin of the name Lorna?
English. R. D. Blackmore invented it for the heroine of his novel Lorna Doone, published in 1869.
Is Lorna a girl's or a boy's name?
Lorna is a girl's name.