What does the name Rory mean?

The name Rory means "Red king".

What is the origin of the name Rory?

Rory is a name of Irish origin.

In 2023, 1,594 babies were named Rory in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Rory is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 1,594 ↗

All-Time Total: 34,067

Peak Year: 2024

Rory is a Gaelic name derived from the Old Irish name Ruaidhrí, meaning "red king." It has been used in Ireland and Scotland for centuries.

Boy names closely related to Rory

Francis Maxwell Frederick Connor Owen Jack Quinn Theodore

Girl names closely related to Rory

Maeve Quinn Brynn Nora Vera Josephine Cecilia Fiona

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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