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Glora

GLOR-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Gloria, meaning 'glory' in Latin, or an invented name.

Peak popularity
1929
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Glora since 1922

Babies named Glora per year in U.S. Social Security records.

6111719602000Most births 1929Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1920s83
1930s77
1940s76
1950s43
1960s35
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Glora is a rare and unusual name that appeared in the United States in the early 20th century, with its peak year recorded as 1929. The name likely originated as a variant or respelling of Gloria, the Latin word for 'glory,' which became popular in the early 1900s. However, Glora never caught on broadly; its trajectory has been stable and it has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. The name's obscurity means it has no recorded top states or notable bearers. For parents seeking a distinctive alternative to the classic Gloria, Glora offers a unique sound with familiar roots.

Glora is a rare given name that first appeared in the United States in the 1920s. It likely originated as a respelling or variant of the more common Gloria, which derives from the Latin word for 'glory.' Alternatively, it may have been formed as a modern invention, blending sounds from popular names of the era. The name saw modest use during the late 1920s and early 1930s but never achieved widespread popularity.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Glory

Variants: Gloria, Glorea, Glorya

Sibling names for Glora

Names that share Glora's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Glora mean?
Glora is most likely a variant of Gloria, which means 'glory' in Latin, but its exact origin is uncertain.
Is Glora currently a popular name?
Glora is very rare and has not ranked in the U.S. top 1000 in recent decades. Its peak year of use was 1929.
Is Glora typically a girl's name?
Yes, Glora has been used almost exclusively for girls, following the pattern of the name Gloria.