Find out how popular the first name Lorry has been for the last 40 years (from 1974 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lorry by gender

Based on the last 40 years of data, Lorry is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lorry.

The history of the first name Lorry

The name Lorry has its origins in the French language and culture, stemming from the Old French word "lorée" which meant "a small path or track". This name likely emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century.

Initially, Lorry was likely used as a surname or a nickname, referring to someone who lived near a small path or track. Over time, it transitioned into being used as a given name, particularly in certain regions of France.

One of the earliest recorded instances of Lorry as a first name can be found in the 15th century. In 1487, a man named Lorry de Montpellier was mentioned in the court records of the French city of Montpellier.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Lorry. In the 16th century, Lorry de Valois (1536-1589) was a French nobleman and military commander who served during the French Wars of Religion.

In the 18th century, Anne-Charles Lorry (1726-1783) was a renowned French physician and anatomist who made significant contributions to the understanding of the circulatory system.

Moving into the 19th century, Lorry Otway (1833-1908) was an Australian explorer and surveyor who played a key role in mapping the interior regions of Western Australia.

Another notable figure was Lorry Feld (1898-1976), an American businessman and philanthropist who founded the successful Lorry Feld Corporation and was known for his charitable work in his community.

Lastly, Lorry Priddy (1921-2007) was a pioneering American pilot who served during World War II and later became one of the first female commercial airline pilots in the United States.

While the name Lorry may not be as common today as it once was, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life throughout the centuries.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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