Rory Moultrie

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rory Moultrie — red king
520K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2000s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Rory Moultrie 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 Moultrie: Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act. 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: Moultrie

Scottish

Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act.

Advertisement

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:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Name Variants & Related Names

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

  • Ruaridh
  • Ruairí
  • Roderic

Notable People Named Rory Moultrie

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 Rory Moultrie:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Moultrie?
The surname Moultrie originates from Scottish. Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act.
What are the origins of the name Rory Moultrie?
The name Rory Moultrie combines two different traditions: the first name Rory has Celtic roots, while the surname Moultrie originates from Scottish.
Advertisement