Holding steady.
Popularity of Lorry since 1915
Babies named Lorry per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 | 41 |
| 1940s | 67 | 58 |
| 1950s | 311 | 90 |
| 1960s | 414 | 16 |
| 1970s | 165 | 0 |
| 1980s | 51 | 0 |
| 1990s | 10 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 6 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lorry first appeared as a given name in 1943, reaching its peak popularity in 1960 with a rank of 978 (79 births). The name has since experienced a stable but low trajectory, with fewer than five births per year in recent decades. It has not been among the top 1000 names since the 1960s, reflecting a decline typical of many mid-century diminutive forms. Lorry was never concentrated in any particular state, and it remains a rare choice today, often perceived as a vintage or retro name.
Lorry emerged in the early 20th century as a feminine diminutive of Lorraine, a name derived from the French region of Lorraine, or sometimes of Laura, from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel.' It saw modest use as an independent given name, particularly in the mid-20th century, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Lorry
Names that share Lorry's style, for a brother or sister.
