Loralei
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Alluring, murmuring rock
Origin: German
Popularity: Ranked #2673 in 2025 with 65 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Lorelei. Shares the meaning 'Alluring, murmuring rock.'
Similar names: loralye, loralie, loralai, loreal, lorelei, lorelle, lorilei, laleh
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Loralei? About 1 in 51,208 babies born in 2025 were named Loralei, or roughly 0.2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Loralei
What does the name Loralei mean?
Loralei means “Alluring, murmuring rock” from German roots.
What is the origin of the name Loralei?
Loralei has German origin. The traditional meaning is “Alluring, murmuring rock”.
How popular is Loralei?
Loralei ranked #2645 in 2025 — given to 65 babies that year.
When was Loralei most popular?
Loralei peaked in 2011 with 109 babies registered that year.
Is Loralei a boy or girl name?
Loralei is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Loraleis in registered births are female.
Is the name Loralei rising or falling in popularity?
Loralei has risen 86 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2731 in 2020 to #2645 in 2025.
How long has Loralei been recorded?
Loralei appears in birth records across 49 years — from 1940 through 2025.