Rising since 1985, #1,548 for girls today.
Popularity of Stori since 1971
Babies named Stori per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 53 |
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 71 |
| 2000s | 178 |
| 2010s | 399 |
| 2020s | 796 |
Meaning & origin
Stori is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971, reflecting the 20th-century trend of creating names from common words. Its spelling distinguishes it from the word story while maintaining the same pronunciation. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 1985, reaching its peak popularity in 2024, when it ranked 1,548th and was given to about 1 in 11,818 baby girls. Stori is most frequently chosen in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Georgia.
Stori is a modern coinage from the late 20th century, appearing first in 1971. It is a phonetic respelling of the English word story, likely chosen for its pleasant sound and association with narrative. The name has gained gradual popularity since the 1980s, particularly in the United States.
Where Stori is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Stor, Stori-Bori, Ri
Sibling names for Stori
Names that share Stori's style, for a brother or sister.
