Rory: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A red-haired ruler, fierce and spirited.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #330
- Peak
- #280 in 1959
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Rory Means
Rory is a unisex name of Irish origin. A red-haired ruler, fierce and spirited.
How Popular Rory Is
Rory currently ranks #330 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #280 in 1959. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Rory
- Rory peaked at #280 in the U.S. in 1959.
- Rory is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Rory
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Rory
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Rory.
Questions About Rory
What does Rory mean?
Rory is a unisex name of Irish origin. A red-haired ruler, fierce and spirited.
How popular is Rory?
Rory currently ranks #330 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #280 in 1959. It has held steady.
Where does Rory come from?
Rory comes from Irish roots. Rory peaked at #280 in the U.S. in 1959.
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