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Loribeth

LOR-ee-beth · A compound name combining Lori and Beth, both diminutives of names like Lorraine and Elizabeth; no single established meaning.

Peak popularity
1980
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Loribeth since 1978

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

81523198020002020Most births 1980Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s14
1980s104
1990s6
2000s6
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Loribeth is a modern American blend that emerged during the compound-name trend of the 1970s and 80s. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1978, reaching its peak popularity in 1980 before gradually declining. The name has never entered the top 1,000, maintaining a consistent but rare presence. Its trajectory is stable, with a peak year of 1980 marking its highest recorded usage. As a combination of two familiar diminutives, it offers a personalized yet accessible feel, typical of the era's naming styles.

Loribeth is a modern American compound name, formed by blending Lori (a diminutive of Lorraine or Laura) with Beth (a diminutive of Elizabeth). Such combinations became fashionable in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, as parents sought distinctive yet familiar-sounding names for their daughters. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000 in U.S. Social Security records, reflecting its rarity and personalized nature.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lori, Beth, Libby

Variants: Lori Beth, Lorri Beth

Sibling names for Loribeth

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Loribeth mean?
Loribeth is a combination of Lori (derived from names like Lorraine or Laura) and Beth (from Elizabeth), so it doesn't have a single inherent meaning. Instead, it carries the blended associations of its component parts.
How popular is the name Loribeth?
Loribeth has never ranked in the U.S. top 1,000 names. It first appeared in Social Security records in 1978 and peaked in usage in 1980, but remains very rare. As of 2025, it is still in use but unranked.
Is Loribeth a girl's name?
Yes, Loribeth is overwhelmingly used as a girl's name, reflecting its feminine components Lori and Beth.