Lora Kirby

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lora Kirby — crowned with laurel
56K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lora Kirby is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Lora is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Lora as a family name in the Spanish language of French origin meaning from Lorraine, a region in Northeastern France that was named in honor of Lothair I. It's Latin origin that means "crowned with laurel" or "laurel". As a female given name Lora may also be a variant of Laura or derived from an Italian hypocoristic of either Eleonora or Loredana. The surname Kirby: Kirby is a surname of Norse or Irish origin. The English surname of Norse origin is from the Old Norse "kirkja" + "býr", meaning "church" + "settlement". (Names ending in 'by' are typically Nordic, as seen in such Swedish place names as Visby, Hellingsby, etc.) The Irish surname is an anglicisation of Ó Ciarmhaic, which also takes the form Kerwick, The Kirby family in the play You Can't Take It with You Colonel Mike Kirby in the 1968 film The Green Berets, played by John Wayne Paul, Amanda and Eric Kirby, a family in the 2001 film Jurassic Park III The title character of Rip Kirby, an American. Lora is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 56K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lora reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lora

Meaning: crowned with laurel

Latin

Lora as a family name in the Spanish language of French origin meaning from Lorraine, a region in Northeastern France that was named in honor of Lothair I. It's Latin origin that means "crowned with laurel" or "laurel". As a female given name Lora may also be a variant of Laura or derived from an Italian hypocoristic of either Eleonora or Loredana.

Surname: Kirby

Norse

Kirby is a surname of Norse or Irish origin. The English surname of Norse origin is from the Old Norse "kirkja" + "býr", meaning "church" + "settlement". (Names ending in 'by' are typically Nordic, as seen in such Swedish place names as Visby, Hellingsby, etc.) The Irish surname is an anglicisation of Ó Ciarmhaic, which also takes the form Kerwick, The Kirby family in the play You Can't Take It with You Colonel Mike Kirby in the 1968 film The Green Berets, played by John Wayne Paul, Amanda and Eric Kirby, a family in the 2001 film Jurassic Park III The title character of Rip Kirby, an American.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lora is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lora by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lora Kirby

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lora Kirby:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lora?
The first name Lora originates from Latin. Lora as a family name in the Spanish language of French origin meaning from Lorraine, a region in Northeastern France that was named in honor of Lothair I. It's Latin origin that means "crowned with laurel" or "laurel". As a female given name Lora may also be a variant of Laura or derived from an Italian hypocoristic of either Eleonora or Loredana.
When was Lora most popular?
The name Lora reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kirby?
The surname Kirby originates from Norse. Kirby is a surname of Norse or Irish origin. The English surname of Norse origin is from the Old Norse "kirkja" + "býr", meaning "church" + "settlement". (Names ending in 'by' are typically Nordic, as seen in such Swedish place names as Visby, Hellingsby, etc.) The Irish surname is an anglicisation of Ó Ciarmhaic, which also takes the form Kerwick, The Kirby family in the play You Can't Take It with You Colonel Mike Kirby in the 1968 film The Green Berets, played by John Wayne Paul, Amanda and Eric Kirby, a family in the 2001 film Jurassic Park III The title character of Rip Kirby, an American.
What are the origins of the name Lora Kirby?
The name Lora Kirby combines two different traditions: the first name Lora has Latin roots, while the surname Kirby originates from Norse.
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