MallowbyNames

Loria

LOR-ee-uh · of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Lora or Lorelei

Peak popularity
1961
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2022

A 1960s favorite, climbing again.

Popularity of Loria since 1907

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

4488132192019602000Most births 1961Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1900s5
1910s7
1920s37
1930s23
1940s35
1950s122
1960s802
1970s269
1980s125
1990s26
2000s10
2010s0
2020s5

Meaning & origin

Loria is a rare and modern-sounding name that first entered U.S. records in 1907, though it has never been widespread. Its peak came in 1961, when it saw its highest usage, but it remained uncommon. After a long period of obscurity, the name has been rising steadily since 2022, suggesting a possible revival of interest in this short, melodic name. With no strong ties to a specific meaning or origin, Loria offers a blank slate for parents seeking a unique name with a gentle sound. Its recent uptick may reflect a broader trend of reviving mid-century names that feel fresh again.

Loria is a rare given name that appears to be a modern coinage or a variant of names like Lora (a short form of Laura) or Lorelei. It has seen sporadic use in the United States since the early 20th century, with a notable peak in 1961 and a recent revival starting in 2022.

Loria” around the world

Where Loria lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lori, Ria

Sibling names for Loria

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

Sisters: Lara, Nora, Cora, Mira, Lydia

Brothers: Liam, Noah, Eli, Leo, Owen

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Loria mean?
The meaning of Loria is uncertain, but it is likely a variant of Lora (from Laura, meaning 'laurel') or influenced by Lorelei.
Is Loria a popular name right now?
Loria is currently a rare name. Its most recent rank is not available (rank: null as of 2025), and it has been rising in usage since 2022.
Is Loria a boy or girl name?
Loria is used primarily for girls.