Lorelai

Lorelai: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameGerman origin#333 in 2025

Meaning and origin of Lorelai

  • A female given name from German.

Etymology

Re-spelling of Lorelei.

How popular is Lorelai?

#333girls, 2025
926U.S. babies in 2025
#333peak rank (2025)
10,253babies since 1880

Since 1880, 10,253 girls in the U.S. have been named Lorelai. Its highest rank for girls was #333 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #333 for girls, with 926 babies given the name.

18801920196020002025926 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Lorelai FAQ

What does the name Lorelai mean?

A female given name from German. Re-spelling of Lorelei.

What is the origin of the name Lorelai?

Lorelai is listed as a name of German origin.

How popular is the name Lorelai?

Since 1880, 10,253 girls in the U.S. have been named Lorelai. Its highest rank for girls was #333 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #333 for girls, with 926 babies given the name.

Is Lorelai a boy or girl name?

Lorelai is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 10,253 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.