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Loralye

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Pronounced LOR-ah-ly /ˈlɔr.ə.laɪ/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Lorelei — a German rock/legend on the Rhine, variously 'a luring/alluring rock' (from lureln, 'to murmur', + ley, 'a rock'); we note the legendLow

In 30 seconds: A luring rock; alluring: Loralye spells Lorelei. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'LOR-ah-ly'). We note the legend.
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Origin LowGerman
MeaningA spelling of Lorelei — a German rock/legend on the Rhine, variously 'a luring/alluring rock' (from lureln, 'to murmur', + ley, 'a rock'); we note the legend
U.S. rank (2025)#9225 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2010
Total births (all-time)≈ 260

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201020022025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Loralye is a spelling of Lorelei — a German rock/legend on the Rhine, variously 'a luring/alluring rock' (from lureln, 'to murmur', + ley, 'a rock'); we note the legend. A lyrical, modern name (said 'LOR-ah-ly').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Lorelei. Rare in this form, an-alluring-rock at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Lorelei is a rock and legend on the Rhine, variously 'a luring/alluring rock' — Loralye is a spelling, lyrical and modern (we note the legend; said 'LOR-ah-ly').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Lorelei — German; legend

Variations

LoreleiLoraleiLoralai

Nicknames

Lora

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Loralai— a kin spelling
Loralei— a kin spelling
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Loralye mean?

Loralye spells Lorelei — German 'a luring/alluring rock' (a rock and legend on the Rhine). We note the legend.

How do you pronounce Loralye?

It's said LOR-ah-ly /ˈlɔr.ə.laɪ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Loralye a boy or girl name?

Loralye is a girl's name.

How popular is Loralye?

Loralye is a very rare spelling in the U.S.

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