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Lorina

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Pronounced luh-REE-nuh /ləˈriː.nə/Medium

Meaning: A form of Lora/Laura ('the laurel; bay tree,' a sign of victory) extended with the Latinate diminutive -ina. Historically borne, notably by Lorina Liddell (sister of Alice). Gentle and vintage.Low

In 30 seconds: A vintage take on Laura: Lorina carries 'the laurel' with an -ina ending (said 'luh-REE-nuh'). Gentle and classic.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Latin
MeaningA form of Lora/Laura ('the laurel; bay tree,' a sign of victory) extended with the Latinate diminutive -ina. Historically borne, notably by Lorina Liddell (sister of Alice). Gentle and vintage.
U.S. rank (2024)#16649 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1986
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,809

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198618942024

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

Lorina extends Lora/Laura ('the laurel') with -ina, a gentle Victorian-flavored form. It carries a soft, vintage air — rare in the U.S. today (said 'luh-REE-nuh').

It appears rarely, with a 19th-century feel. Rare, gentle, and vintage.

Did you know? Lorina softens Lora/Laura — 'the laurel; victory' — with the Latinate -ina; it was the name of Lorina Liddell, elder sister of the Alice who inspired Wonderland (said 'luh-REE-nuh').
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Lorina — Laura + -ina; vintage; Lorina Liddell

Variations

LorenaLaurinaLorine

Nicknames

LoriRina

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lorina mean?

Lorina is a form of Lora/Laura ('the laurel; victory') with a Latinate -ina ending.

How do you pronounce Lorina?

It's said luh-REE-nuh /ləˈriː.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Lorina a boy or girl name?

Lorina is a girl's name.

How popular is Lorina?

Lorina is a rare name in the U.S.

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