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Loreli

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Pronounced LOR-uh-ly /ˈlɔr.ə.laɪ/High

Meaning: A spelling of Lorelei — a rock on the Rhine associated with a siren who lured sailors; variously 'lurking/alluring rock'; we note the mythLow

In 30 seconds: An alluring rock; a luring siren: Loreli spells Lorelei. Lyrical, classic, and warm.
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Origin LowGerman
MeaningA spelling of Lorelei — a rock on the Rhine associated with a siren who lured sailors; variously 'lurking/alluring rock'; we note the myth
U.S. rank (2025)#7354 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births15 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 662

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202219382025

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

Loreli is a spelling of Lorelei — a rock on the Rhine associated with a siren who lured sailors; variously 'lurking/alluring rock' (we note the myth). A lyrical, classic name (said 'LOR-uh-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 on the Rhine tied to a siren who lured sailors — Loreli is a spelling, lyrical and evocative (we note the myth; said 'LOR-uh-ly').
Overall data confidence 32%
References — Lorelei — German; myth

Variations

LoreleiLorelaiLorely

Nicknames

Lori

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If you like Loreli…

Lorelei— the standard spelling
Lorelai— a kin spelling
Loralei— a fellow spelling
Ameli— lands in the same popularity range
Amali— shares Loreli's German roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Loreli mean?

Loreli spells Lorelei — a rock on the Rhine tied to a luring siren, variously 'alluring rock'; we note the myth.

How do you pronounce Loreli?

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

Is Loreli a boy or girl name?

Loreli is a girl's name.

How popular is Loreli?

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

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