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Lorelai Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Lorelai

"A female given name from German."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2024 👥 9,322 in US
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Meaning
A female given name from German.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
9,322
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Lorelai Mean?

The Lorelei is a rock in the Rhine River, the subject of numerous legends, poems, and songs about maritime disaster.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

The Lorelei is a rock in the Rhine River, the subject of numerous legends, poems, and songs about maritime disaster.…

Root Element
Lorelai
Core Meaning
"A female given name from German."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Lorelai

L 3
O 6
R 9
E 5
L 3
A 1
I 9
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
3
Soul Urge
Creativity & Expression
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 9,322 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 9,322
Peak year 2024 (786)
First recorded 2001
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Lorelai" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from German.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~9,322 people named Lorelai in the US. Peaked in 2024 with 786 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Lorelai?

The Life Path number for Lorelai is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 3. Personality: 6.

Is Lorelai a boy or girl name?

Lorelai is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Lorelai in the US?

Approximately 9,322 people in the United States are named Lorelai. The name peaked in 2024 with 786 recorded uses.

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