The nameLorys

Lorys is a form of Loris, mostly given in France in the 2010s.

Meaning

Loris is often linked to the Italian Lorenzo, a form of Laurence, from the Latin laurus, "laurel".

Origin

Italian, through Loris, spelled with a "y".

History

First found in France in 1980, Lorys peaked in the early 2010s, notably in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It is less common today.

Popularity of the name Lorys

Lorys in France

1498thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2013peak year (135 births)
1,800babies named Lorys in France since 1900
068135 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Lorys was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,030 births over the decade, 57% of all recorded babies named Lorys. Its rise began around 1997, and it peaked in 2013. Half of all babies named Lorys in France were born before 2013, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 39 births a year on average, against 80 in the five years before.

Variants and related names

Lorys in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Lorys mean?

Loris is often linked to the Italian Lorenzo, a form of Laurence, from the Latin laurus, "laurel".

What is the origin of the name Lorys?

Italian, through Loris, spelled with a "y".

Is Lorys a girl's or a boy's name?

Lorys is a boy's name.

What are the variants of the name Lorys?

Variants and related names of Lorys include Laurence and Laurent.