Find out how popular the first name Lor has been for the last 8 years (from 1985 to 1992) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lor by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Lor is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1992, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Lor.

The history of the first name Lor

The given name Lor has its origins in the Old Norse language, which was spoken by the Vikings and other Germanic peoples of Scandinavia from around the 8th to the 13th centuries. It is derived from the Old Norse word "loðurr," meaning "hairy" or "shaggy." This suggests that the name may have been initially used as a descriptive nickname for someone with a particularly hairy or furry appearance.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lor can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, which are a collection of historical narratives and stories from the medieval period. In the Saga of Grettir the Strong, a character named Lor Hæringsson is mentioned as a powerful chieftain who lived in the 10th century.

Another notable historical figure with the name Lor was Lor Halfdansson, a Norwegian Viking who is said to have participated in the conquest of Normandy in France during the 9th century. He is mentioned in the Orkneyinga Saga, a historical narrative about the earls of Orkney.

In the 12th century, a Danish nobleman named Lor Vendelbo is recorded as having been involved in various conflicts between the Danish and Swedish kingdoms. He is mentioned in the Gesta Danorum, a work of Danish history written by the scholar Saxo Grammaticus.

During the Middle Ages, the name Lor also appears in various religious texts and chronicles. For example, a monk named Lor of Auxerre is mentioned in the 9th century as having been a scribe and copyist of manuscripts.

In more recent times, one of the most famous individuals with the name Lor was Lor Calica, an Italian painter and sculptor who lived from 1501 to 1556. He was known for his religious works and was a prominent figure in the Renaissance art world.

Despite its ancient origins and historical usage, the name Lor has become relatively uncommon in modern times. However, it remains a part of the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of the Germanic and Scandinavian peoples.

Data source

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