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Lorin

♂ Boy

Pronounced LOR-in /ˈlɔːr.ɪn/High

Meaning: Lorin is a variant of Loren/Laurence, from Latin Laurentius, 'from Laurentum' (a town named for its laurels) — by extension tied to the laurel of victory. A documented name; we note the Latin route.Low

In 30 seconds: A tidy classic: Lorin comes from Laurence, tied to 'laurel' (said 'LOR-in'). A documented variant, which we note.
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Origin LowEnglish, Latin
MeaningLorin is a variant of Loren/Laurence, from Latin Laurentius, 'from Laurentum' (a town named for its laurels) — by extension tied to the laurel of victory. A documented name; we note the Latin route.
U.S. rank (2024)#11760 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1965
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,728

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196518802024

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

As a boy's name, Lorin is a variant of Loren/Laurence, from Latin Laurentius, linked to the laurel. A documented, understated name; we note the Latin route (said 'LOR-in').

In the U.S. it appears rarely for boys, and is used for girls too. Rare, tidy, and classic.

Did you know? Lorin is a spelling of Loren, from the Latin Laurentius — 'from Laurentum,' the town of laurels, symbol of victory, which we note (said 'LOR-in').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Lorin — Variant of Loren/Laurence, from Latin Laurentius

Variations

LorenLaurenLorrin

Nicknames

LorRin

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If you like Lorin…

Lawrence— the fuller name behind it
Laurent— a like laurel-rooted pick
Corin— a like tidy -rin ending choice
Korbin— shares the -in ending
Marlin— echoes that soft -in sound

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lorin mean?

Lorin is a variant of Loren/Laurence, from Latin Laurentius, 'from Laurentum' and tied to the laurel, which we note.

How do you pronounce Lorin?

It's said LOR-in /ˈlɔːr.ɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lorin a boy or girl name?

Here Lorin is used as a boy's name; note it is used for girls too.

How popular is Lorin?

Lorin is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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