Rory Lomas

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rory Lomas — red king
520K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2000s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rory Lomas is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Rory is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Gaelic Ruaridh/Ruairí, meaning 'red king' (ruadh=red, rí=king). Rory O'Connor was the last High King of Ireland. The surname Lomas: Andy Lomas (born 1967), British digital artist Carmen Lomas Garza (born 1948), Mexican American artist Herbert Lomas (actor) (1887–1931), British actor Herbert Lomas (poet) (1924–2011), British poet and translator James Lomas (actor) (born 1990), English stage actor Jamie Lomas (born 1975), English actor Kym Lomas (born 1976), English actress and former singer Samuel Lomas (died 1793), English clockmaker Stanley Lomas (1913–2003), American television producer Alf Lomas (1928–2021), British politician Kenneth Lomas (1922–2000), British Labour Party politician Anne Lomas (born 1953), New Zealand. Rory is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 520K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Rory reached peak popularity in the 2000s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Rory

Meaning: red king

Celtic

From Gaelic Ruaridh/Ruairí, meaning 'red king' (ruadh=red, rí=king). Rory O'Connor was the last High King of Ireland.

Surname: Lomas

Spanish

Andy Lomas (born 1967), British digital artist Carmen Lomas Garza (born 1948), Mexican American artist Herbert Lomas (actor) (1887–1931), British actor Herbert Lomas (poet) (1924–2011), British poet and translator James Lomas (actor) (born 1990), English stage actor Jamie Lomas (born 1975), English actor Kym Lomas (born 1976), English actress and former singer Samuel Lomas (died 1793), English clockmaker Stanley Lomas (1913–2003), American television producer Alf Lomas (1928–2021), British politician Kenneth Lomas (1922–2000), British Labour Party politician Anne Lomas (born 1953), New Zealand.

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Geographic Distribution

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

Ireland 31%
United Kingdom 42%
Australia 17%
United States 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Rory has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Ruaridh
  • Ruairí
  • Roderic

Numerology

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

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Rory?
The first name Rory originates from Celtic. From Gaelic Ruaridh/Ruairí, meaning 'red king' (ruadh=red, rí=king). Rory O'Connor was the last High King of Ireland.
When was Rory most popular?
The name Rory reached its peak popularity during the 2000s.
What is the origin of the surname Lomas?
The surname Lomas originates from Spanish. Andy Lomas (born 1967), British digital artist Carmen Lomas Garza (born 1948), Mexican American artist Herbert Lomas (actor) (1887–1931), British actor Herbert Lomas (poet) (1924–2011), British poet and translator James Lomas (actor) (born 1990), English stage actor Jamie Lomas (born 1975), English actor Kym Lomas (born 1976), English actress and former singer Samuel Lomas (died 1793), English clockmaker Stanley Lomas (1913–2003), American television producer Alf Lomas (1928–2021), British politician Kenneth Lomas (1922–2000), British Labour Party politician Anne Lomas (born 1953), New Zealand.
What are the origins of the name Rory Lomas?
The name Rory Lomas combines two different traditions: the first name Rory has Celtic roots, while the surname Lomas originates from Spanish.
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