Rising since 1995, #2,438 for girls today.
Popularity of Rorie since 1949
Babies named Rorie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 9 |
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 50 |
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 226 |
| 2010s | 380 |
| 2020s | 354 |
Meaning & origin
Rorie is a name that has been recorded in the United States since 1949, but it was relatively rare until recent years. Its trajectory has been rising since 1995, and in 2025 it reached its peak rank at 2,438. Approximately 1 in 22,017 baby girls received the name that year, reflecting its quiet but steady growth. The name is most popular in Missouri and Ohio, indicating regional appeal. As a spelling variant of Rory, Rorie carries the Irish heritage of 'red king,' while also occasionally serving as a nickname for Aurora. Its modern usage as a feminine given name shows how traditional Irish names are being adapted and renewed, offering a fresh but rooted choice for parents looking for something distinctive yet familiar.
Rorie is a spelling variant of Rory, the Anglicized form of the Irish name Ruaidhrí, derived from ruadh (red) and rí (king), thus 'red king.' It has been used in Ireland and Scotland for centuries. In modern contexts, Rorie also appears as a feminine given name, sometimes as a short form of Aurora, though this connection is less established.
Where Rorie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ro, Ror
Sibling names for Rorie
Names that share Rorie's style, for a brother or sister.
