Rising since 1999, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Loralie since 1925
Babies named Loralie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 15 |
| 1940s | 39 |
| 1950s | 75 |
| 1960s | 121 |
| 1970s | 81 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 179 |
| 2010s | 279 |
| 2020s | 131 |
Meaning & origin
Loralie is a modern name that has been in use since at least 1925, though it remains relatively uncommon. In 2025, it ranked 5,238 with approximately 1 in 66,969 girls receiving the name. Its popularity peaked in 2012 and has been on a rising trend since 1999, reflecting a recent uptick in interest for names that echo the melodic Lorelei. While not commonly found in top states historically, Loralie's soft, feminine sound places it among other modern inventions that blend familiar elements. The name's roots are speculative, possibly tied to German folklore through Lorelei, but its current use is distinctly American and contemporary.
Loralie is a modern English name, likely derived from the legendary name Lorelei or as a blend of the names Lori (a diminutive of Laura) and Lee (from Old English leah 'clearing, meadow'). The name Lorelei itself originates from German folklore, where it refers to a siren-like figure associated with a rock formation on the Rhine River. Loralie emerged in the United States in the early 20th century and saw modest use, fluctuating in popularity.
“Loralie” around the world
Where Loralie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Quebec
11
babies in 2025
Sources: Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lori, Lora, Lee
Sibling names for Loralie
Names that share Loralie's style, for a brother or sister.
