Rory Pagel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rory Pagel — red king
520K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2000s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rory Pagel 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 Pagel: Bernard Pagel, British astrophysicist Christina Pagel, British-German mathematician Dave Pagel, American politician David Pagel, American an art critic Derek Pagel, American football player Garry Pagel, South African rugby player Julius Leopold Pagel, German physician and historian of medicine Karl Pagel, American baseball player Mark Pagel, evolutionary biologist Mike Pagel, American football player Peter Pagel, German footballer Ramona Pagel, American shot putter Walter Pagel, German pathologist Pagels, a surname 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: Pagel

English

Bernard Pagel, British astrophysicist Christina Pagel, British-German mathematician Dave Pagel, American politician David Pagel, American an art critic Derek Pagel, American football player Garry Pagel, South African rugby player Julius Leopold Pagel, German physician and historian of medicine Karl Pagel, American baseball player Mark Pagel, evolutionary biologist Mike Pagel, American football player Peter Pagel, German footballer Ramona Pagel, American shot putter Walter Pagel, German pathologist Pagels, a surname

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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

Notable People Named Rory Pagel

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 Pagel:

9
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Pagel?
The surname Pagel originates from English. Bernard Pagel, British astrophysicist Christina Pagel, British-German mathematician Dave Pagel, American politician David Pagel, American an art critic Derek Pagel, American football player Garry Pagel, South African rugby player Julius Leopold Pagel, German physician and historian of medicine Karl Pagel, American baseball player Mark Pagel, evolutionary biologist Mike Pagel, American football player Peter Pagel, German footballer Ramona Pagel, American shot putter Walter Pagel, German pathologist Pagels, a surname
What are the origins of the name Rory Pagel?
The name Rory Pagel combines two different traditions: the first name Rory has Celtic roots, while the surname Pagel originates from English.
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