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Maggie 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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Popularity Comparison

Maggie Rank #299
Lorelei Rank #456

Maggie is more popular, ranked #299 vs #456 for Lorelei.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maggie or Lorelei more popular?

Maggie is more popular, ranked #299 compared to Lorelei at #456 in the United States.

What do Maggie and Lorelei mean?

Maggie means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin). Lorelei means "murmuring rock, ambush rock" (Celtic/Germanic origin).

Are Maggie and Lorelei boy or girl names?

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

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