Loran
Pronunciation: [ l-AWR-an ]
Loran is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,483 in the US, popular nicknames include Lor, Loy, and Lorie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Loran first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 817 babies have been named Loran in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Loran is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,483 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,483
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Loran is also used as a boy name, ranked #25874.
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About the Name Loran
Loran is a girl name .
Is Loran a boy or girl name? Loran is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #36,483 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #25,874. Loran is more commonly used as a boy name.
Loran is currently ranked #36,483 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Loran include Lor, Loy, and Lorie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Loran include Loralei, Lora . 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