Holding steady.
Popularity of Lorey since 1944
Babies named Lorey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 55 |
| 1960s | 131 |
| 1970s | 59 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lorey is an American given name first recorded in 1944. It saw its peak popularity in 1962, though never cracked the top 1000, and has since held a stable but very low usage trajectory. Like many -ey and -ie names from the mid-20th century, Lorey likely emerged as a respelling of Lori or Laurie, names that were themselves affectionate derivatives of Laura. The name's simple two-syllable structure and familiar sound make it a straightforward choice, but it remains rare enough to feel distinctive. Its peak year, 1962, aligns with the peak of names like Lori and Laura, suggesting it rode a wave of similar-sounding favorites. Today, Lorey remains below the radar, used by a handful of families each year without dramatic revival.
Lorey is a modern English name, first recorded in the 1940s. It likely emerged as a variant or respelling of Laurie or Lori, both diminutives of Laura, which derives from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel'. The name enjoyed modest use in the 1960s, peaking in 1962, and has remained stable at low levels since.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Lorey
Names that share Lorey's style, for a brother or sister.
