Declining since 1985, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Orry since 1985
Babies named Orry per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 181 |
| 1990s | 98 |
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
The name Orry, while extremely rare, has a candid and unpretentious charm. Used mostly for boys, it first appeared on U.S. records in 1985 and saw a brief peak the following year. Since then, its usage has been steadily falling, with a 2025 ranking of #10,695 and a frequency of just 1 in 284,679 births. The name likely derives from Old Norse Orri or serves as a clipped form of longer names like Ormond. It lacks strong ties to any specific region or culture, making it a blank canvas for modern parents seeking something simple and distinct. Orry remains an uncommon choice with no top-state concentrations and few variant forms.
Orry is likely a variant of the Old Norse name Orri, meaning 'black grouse' or 'heathcock', which was used as a byname. It may also be a diminutive of names such as Ormond or Orwell. The name has seen occasional use in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Orri
Sibling names for Orry
Names that share Orry's style, for a brother or sister.
