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Loree

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Pronounced LOR-ee /ˈlɔːr.i/High

Meaning: Loree is a spelling of Lori/Laurie, the pet form of Laura, from the Latin for the laurel tree, an emblem of honor.Low

In 30 seconds: A breezy variant: Loree nicknames Laura, 'laurel' (said 'LOR-ee'). Light and vintage.
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Origin LowLatin
MeaningLoree is a spelling of Lori/Laurie, the pet form of Laura, from the Latin for the laurel tree, an emblem of honor.
U.S. rank (2023)#16616 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1963
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,469

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196318962023

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

Loree is a spelling of Lori/Laurie, short for Laura ('laurel'). It crested near 1963 before fading (said 'LOR-ee').

It became uncommon as the plainer Lori prevailed. Casual, sunny, and period.

Did you know? Loree was most common around 1963, when Laurie and its variants were fashionable.
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Loree — Variant of Lori/Laurie; Latin Laura 'laurel'

Variations

LoriLaurieLoree

Nicknames

LorLolly

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If you like Loree…

Lori— a common spelling variant
Laurie— a like Laura pet form
Loralee— a like Lor- elaboration
Rubee— a fellow Latin choice
Sylvee— shares Loree's Latin roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Loree mean?

Loree is a spelling of Lori/Laurie, short for Laura, 'laurel.'

How do you pronounce Loree?

It's said LOR-ee /ˈlɔːr.i/ — the stress lands on the part shown in capitals.

Is Loree a comeback name?

It's uncommon today; Lori and Laura are more usual.

How popular is Loree?

Loree was a modest variant around the early nineteen-sixties and has been uncommon since.

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