Lora Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lora originates from Latin, meaning 'laurel.' It evolved from the name Laurentia, transforming into Laura and then Lora. The name carries traits of victory and honor due to its connection with the laurel tree. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 19th century. Variants include Laura and Lauri, and it is currently viewed as elegant and classic.
The name Lora is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lora has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lora' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3402nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4121st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5353rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5920th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 321st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 406th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 320th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 277th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 658th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2160th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3010th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lora' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lora"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɔːrə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lora is derived from the Latin word 'laurus,' which means 'laurel.' The laurel tree was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome.
Meaning
laurel
Language Evolution
Laurentia, Laura, Lora
Historical Usage
Lora gained popularity as a feminine name in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Laura, Lauri, Lorelei
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lora is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Lora Lee Gayer, Lora Ottenad
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lora"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lora"
"Lora" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3402nd of 7545 | 94 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4121st of 6773 | 51 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5353rd of 7552 | 26 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5920th of 10718 | 44 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 321st of 9107 | 7,201 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 406th of 9204 | 5,093 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 320th of 12526 | 14,853 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 277th of 19264 | 15,422 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 658th of 27321 | 4,939 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2160th of 35406 | 1,360 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3010th of 30306 | 665 |
Regional Popularity of "Lora" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lora" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
23.73% 336th/1416 |
49.75% 686th/1379 |
11.37% 269th/2366 |
37.83% 432nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
23.80% 368th/1546 |
37.60% 585th/1556 |
15.38% 362nd/2353 |
25.99% 402nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
10.69% 238th/2227 |
17.65% 429th/2430 |
11.57% 330th/2853 |
10.77% 299th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
7.29% 214th/2937 |
11.83% 412th/3483 |
7.19% 253rd/3518 |
8.93% 361st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
15.06% 555th/3685 |
19.82% 887th/4475 |
10.42% 541st/5194 |
16.00% 1011th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.20% 1888th/4582 |
61.33% 3167th/5164 |
28.85% 2110th/7313 |
45.36% 3385th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.76% 2341st/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
61.95% 4226th/6822 |
72.23% 4533rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lora"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lora" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.