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Gloria

Pronunciation: [ gl-AWR-ee-uh ]

Boy Name #38,714 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Gloria is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced gl-AWR-ee-uh.

Parents who love the name Gloria often also consider Gladys, Glenna, Glenn .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#38,714
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Glo Gly Gloie Glorie

Also a Girl Name

Gloria is also used as a girl name, ranked #654.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gloria

Is Gloria a boy or girl name?
Gloria is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #38714. As a girl name, it is ranked #654. Gloria is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Gloria?
Gloria is pronounced gl-AWR-ee-uh.
How popular is the name Gloria?
Gloria is currently ranked #38714 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Gloria?
Common nicknames for Gloria include Glo, Gly, Gloie, and Glorie.
Is Gloria a common or rare name?
Gloria is an uncommon name, ranked #38714 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Gloria

Gloria is a boy name .

Is Gloria a boy or girl name? Gloria is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,714 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #654. Gloria is more commonly used as a girl name.

Gloria is currently ranked #38,714 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Gloria include Glo, Gly, Gloie, and Glorie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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