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Lory

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How to Pronounce Lory

Pronounced LOR-ee /ˈlɔːr.i/High

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

In 30 seconds: A breezy variant: Lory nicknames Laura, 'laurel' (said 'LOR-ee'). Light and vintage.
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Origin LowLatin
MeaningLory is a spelling of Lori, the pet form of Laura, from the Latin for the laurel tree, an emblem of honor.
U.S. rank (2022)#11818 ↘ Falling
2022 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1961
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,258
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196219232022

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

Lory is a spelling of Lori, short for Laura ('laurel'). It crested near 1961 before fading (said 'LOR-ee').

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

Did you know? Lory was most common around 1961, when Lori and its variants were fashionable.
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Lory — Variant of Lori; Latin Laura 'laurel'

Variations

LoriLaurieLorie

Nicknames

LorLolly

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If you like Lory…

Lori— the standard spelling it varies
Laurie— a like Laura pet form
Lora— a like Laura variant
Cory— a rhyming vintage -y name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lory mean?

Lory is a spelling of Lori, short for Laura, from the Latin for 'laurel.'

How do you pronounce Lory?

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

Is Lory a comeback name?

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

How popular is Lory?

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

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