The nameLory
Lory is a name mostly given to girls in France, a variant of Laurie. It was mostly given in the 1990s and 2000s.
- Girl's name
- French and English
Meaning
Like Laurie and Laura, it is linked to the Latin laurus, "laurel".
Origin
French and English, through Laurie.
History
First given in the late 1960s, Lory peaked in the very early 2000s, then became very rare.
Popularity of the name Lory
Lory in France
2001peak year (135 births)
1,220babies named Lory in France since 1900
Lory was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 450 births over the decade, 37% of all recorded babies named Lory. Its rise began around 1979, and it peaked in 2001. Half of all babies named Lory in France were born before 1997.
Lory in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lory mean?
Like Laurie and Laura, it is linked to the Latin laurus, "laurel".
What is the origin of the name Lory?
French and English, through Laurie.
Is Lory a girl's or a boy's name?
Lory is a girl's name.