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Lore

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Pronounced LOR-eh /ˈlɔr.ɛ/Medium

Meaning: Variously the Basque lore, 'a flower', and a German/Spanish short form of Lora/Laura ('laurel; from Laurentum'); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A flower; laurel: Lore is Basque/Latin. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'LOR-eh'). Routes layered.
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Origin LowBasque, Latin
MeaningVariously the Basque lore, 'a flower', and a German/Spanish short form of Lora/Laura ('laurel; from Laurentum'); routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#9937 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1961
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,118

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196119152024

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

Lore comes variously from the Basque lore, 'a flower', and a German/Spanish short form of Lora/Laura ('laurel; from Laurentum'; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, classic name (said 'LOR-eh').

In the U.S. it appears in Basque, German, and Hispanic families. Rare, a-flower-and-laurel at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Lore is variously 'a flower' (Basque) and a short form of Laura ('laurel') — a crisp, classic name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'LOR-eh').
Overall data confidence 28%
References — Lore — Basque/Latin; routes layered

Variations

LoreaLoraLaure

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lore mean?

Lore is variously Basque 'a flower' and a short form of Laura ('laurel'); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Lore?

It's said LOR-eh /ˈlɔr.ɛ/ — two syllables, stress on the first (in Basque use).

Is Lore a boy or girl name?

Lore is a girl's name.

How popular is Lore?

Lore is a very rare name in the U.S.

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