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Zori

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Pronounced ZOR-ee /ˈzɔr.i/High

Meaning: Short form of Zora/Zorya — from Slavic zora, 'dawn, sunrise; aurora'Medium

In 30 seconds: Bright as the dawn: Zori is a Slavic 'dawn, sunrise' (short for Zora). Soft, luminous, and fresh.

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Origin MediumSlavic

MeaningShort form of Zora/Zorya — from Slavic zora, 'dawn, sunrise; aurora'

U.S. rank (2025)#4986 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 787

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Zori is a short form of Zora/Zorya — from Slavic zora, 'dawn, sunrise; aurora' (Zorya, the dawn goddess). A soft, luminous name across the Slavic world.

In the U.S. it appears in Slavic families. Rare, dawn at the root, and luminous.

Did you know? Zori shortens Zora/Zorya — Slavic 'dawn, sunrise' (Zorya was a goddess of the dawn); a soft, luminous name with a sunrise glow.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Zora — root etymology

Variations

ZoraZoryaZorie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zori mean?

Zori shortens Zora/Zorya — Slavic for 'dawn, sunrise'.

How do you pronounce Zori?

It's said ZOR-ee /ˈzɔr.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Zori a boy or girl name?

Zori is a girl's name.

How popular is Zori?

Zori is a rare name in the U.S.