Loriann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Loriann is an English name that combines the meanings of 'laurel' and 'grace.' It evolved from names like Laura and Lori, reflecting a modern trend in naming conventions. While it has no biblical background, it gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is associated with positive traits. Notable people with this name include Loriann M. Dorr and Loriann D. Kauffman.
The name Loriann is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. 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, Loriann 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, 'Loriann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1349th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1105th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3098th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7537th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9386th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Loriann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Loriann"
Pronunciation
/ˌlɔːriˈæn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Loriann is a modern name that combines the name 'Lori,' which is derived from the Latin 'laurus,' meaning 'laurel,' and 'Ann,' which is a variant of 'Anna,' of Hebrew origin meaning 'grace.'
Meaning
laurel, grace
Language Evolution
Laura, Lori, Loriann
Historical Usage
Loriann gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a combination name, reflecting a trend for unique and personalized names during that period.
Variants & Derivatives
Lori, Lora, Ann, Lori-Ann
Modern Popularity & Image
Loriann is perceived as a modern and feminine name, often associated with kindness and creativity.
Famous People
Loriann M. Dorr, Loriann D. Kauffman
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Loriann"
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 "Loriann"
"Loriann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1349th of 12526 | 1,119 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1105th of 19264 | 1,748 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3098th of 27321 | 537 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7537th of 35406 | 238 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9386th of 30306 | 131 |
Regional Popularity of "Loriann" 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 "Loriann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.04% 1159th/2227 |
29.55% 718th/2430 |
93.94% 2680th/2853 |
39.89% 1107th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
45.76% 1344th/2937 |
16.82% 586th/3483 |
72.85% 2563rd/3518 |
29.23% 1182nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
37.12% 1661st/4475 |
77.76% 4039th/5194 |
56.17% 3548th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Loriann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Loriann" 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.