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Loriel

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Pronounced LOR-ee-el /ˈlɔːr.i.ɛl/Medium

Meaning: Loriel is a modern coinage. It joins the Lori-/Laura sound (ultimately the Latin laurus, 'laurel') to the -el ending familiar from Muriel, Ariel and Auriel — an ending that in Hebrew names carries the sense 'of God', though that is not documented here. Routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A lyrical coinage: Loriel joins a Lori- sound to the -el of Muriel and Ariel (said 'LOR-ee-el'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowModern coinage, English
MeaningLoriel is a modern coinage. It joins the Lori-/Laura sound (ultimately the Latin laurus, 'laurel') to the -el ending familiar from Muriel, Ariel and Auriel — an ending that in Hebrew names carries the sense 'of God', though that is not documented here. Routes uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2023)#14440 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 261

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201419792023

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

Loriel is a recent coinage. Its opening chimes with Lori and Laura, from the Latin laurus, 'laurel'; its ending with Muriel, Auriel and Ariel. In Hebrew names, the -el ending means 'of God' — but Loriel is not documented as a Hebrew name, and we won't claim that root for it. Routes uncertain, which we note (said 'LOR-ee-el').

It is very rare in the U.S. and newly emerging. Lyrical, soft, and freshly made.

Did you know? The -el ending in names like Ariel and Muriel often carries 'of God' in Hebrew — but Loriel is a modern build and no such descent is documented for it, which we note (said 'LOR-ee-el').
Overall data confidence 28%
References — Loriel — modern coinage; Lori- + -el ending; routes uncertain

Variations

LorielleLoriellAuriel

Nicknames

LoriEllie

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If you like Loriel…

Lorelei— a like lyrical Lor- pick
Ariel— shares the -el ending
Muriel— a similar vintage -iel choice
Laurel— the laurel sound behind the opening

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Loriel mean?

Loriel has no documented meaning. It joins a Lori-/laurel sound to the -el ending of Ariel and Muriel — routes uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Loriel?

It's said LOR-ee-el /ˈlɔːr.i.ɛl/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Loriel a boy or girl name?

Loriel is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Loriel?

Loriel is very rare in the U.S. and newly emerging.

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