Lorilei
Lorilei is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,239 in the US, popular nicknames include Lor, Loy, and Lorie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lorilei first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 270 babies have been named Lorilei in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lorilei is past its peak , currently ranked #36,239 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,239
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Lorilei
Lorilei is a girl name .
Lorilei is currently ranked #36,239 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lorilei include Lor, Loy, Lorie, and Loriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lorilei include Lori . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis