Lori

Girl's name

Lori is a short form of the name Lorraine, which is of French origin. It is derived from the name of a region in France.

Meaning Laurel tree
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 141
Peak year 1963

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Names Starting With L

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Lori Loughlin - Actress, "Full House"
  • Lori Greiner - Entrepreneur, "Shark Tank"
  • Lori Petty - Actress, "Tank Girl"
  • Lori Singer - Actress, "Footloose"
  • Lori Nelson - Actress, "Revenge of the Creature"

Sisters for Lori

Girl names closely related to Lori

Maryann Leann Aleeah Rosalyn Betty Kacie Edna Cameryn

Brothers for Lori

Boy names closely related to Lori

Kory Jamin Xavior Brandyn Jarred Aries Kaydin Caius

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Lori

Laura Laureen Laurel Lauren Lauri Laurie Lauryn Lora

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