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Lorelei vs Lorelei

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lorelei

Girl #456 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"murmuring rock, ambush rock"

Origin: Celtic/Germanic

Cultural Roots

German American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
684
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Lorelei

Girl #456 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"murmuring rock, ambush rock"

Origin: Celtic/Germanic

Cultural Roots

German American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
684
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lorelei Rank #456
Lorelei Rank #456

Both names share the same popularity rank of #456.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lorelei or Lorelei more popular?

Lorelei is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Lorelei at #456 in the United States.

What do Lorelei and Lorelei mean?

Lorelei means "murmuring rock, ambush rock" (Celtic/Germanic origin). Lorelei means "murmuring rock, ambush rock" (Celtic/Germanic origin).

Are Lorelei and Lorelei boy or girl names?

Lorelei is primarily a girl name. Lorelei is primarily a girl name.

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