Declining since 2022, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Loreli since 1938
Babies named Loreli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 19 |
| 1950s | 88 |
| 1960s | 85 |
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 161 |
| 2010s | 129 |
| 2020s | 100 |
Meaning & origin
Loreli is a modern respelling of the classic Lorelei, a name rooted in Germanic legend. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1938, but its peak popularity came recently in 2022, ranking 7,133 in 2025. While its trajectory has been falling since 2022, Loreli remains a distinctive choice, with a 1-in-107,151 incidence in 2025. Its usage is scattered across the country, with no single state dominating. The name appeals to parents seeking a lyrical, feminine name with a touch of folkloric mystique.
Loreli is a modern respelling of Lorelei, which comes from the German 'Loreley,' a steep rock on the Rhine River associated with a siren-like legend. The name has been used as a given name since the 19th century, with the simplified spelling 'Loreli' becoming more common in the United States in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lori, Lora, Elle
Sibling names for Loreli
Names that share Loreli's style, for a brother or sister.
