Holding steady.
Popularity of Loriene since 1919
Babies named Loriene per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1967, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Loriene's real moment was 1927.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 7 |
| 1920s | 47 |
| 1930s | 38 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 20 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Loriene is a rare feminine given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1919. Its peak year was 1927, after which its usage declined. The name has remained stable in its rarity, never re-entering the top 1000. Its origins are uncertain but likely represent a modern English blend of popular sounds and suffixes. While never common, Loriene holds a place in the early 20th century naming trends.
Loriene first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century, likely as a feminine elaboration of names like Lori or a respelling of Lorraine. It may also be influenced by the literary name Lorien from J.R.R. Tolkien's works, though direct evidence is lacking. Its peak usage occurred in the 1920s, after which it declined steadily.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lori, Rene, Lora
Sibling names for Loriene
Names that share Loriene's style, for a brother or sister.
