Find out how popular the first name Ory has been for the last 29 years (from 1983 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ory by gender

Based on the last 29 years of data, Ory is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ory.

The history of the first name Ory

The name Ory has its origins in the ancient Celtic language spoken by tribes that inhabited parts of Western Europe, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day France and the British Isles. It is believed to have derived from the Celtic root word "orio," which means "light" or "radiant."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ory can be found in ancient Gaulish inscriptions dating back to the 1st century BC. These inscriptions were discovered in various archaeological sites across present-day France and provide evidence of the name's usage among the Celtic populations of that era.

In the Middle Ages, the name Ory appeared in several historical records and manuscripts, particularly in regions with strong Celtic cultural influences. For example, there are references to individuals named Ory in medieval French and Breton chronicles from the 11th and 12th centuries.

One notable figure in history who bore the name Ory was Saint Ory, a 6th-century Breton monk and hermit who lived in Brittany, France. He is venerated as the patron saint of several towns and villages in the region, and his feast day is celebrated on September 1st.

Another famous individual named Ory was Ory of Normandy, a 10th-century Norman nobleman and military leader who played a significant role in the Norman conquest of England in 1066. He is mentioned in various historical accounts and chronicles from the period.

In the 13th century, there was a French trouvère (a composer and poet of secular songs) named Ory de Champagne, who was active in the court of King Thibaut IV of Champagne. His compositions and poems have been preserved in various medieval manuscripts.

During the Renaissance period, an Italian artist named Ory of Padua (born around 1450) gained recognition for his frescoes and religious paintings. His works can still be found in several churches and museums in Italy.

Another notable figure with the name Ory was Ory Okolloh, a Kenyan activist, blogger, and one of the founders of the website Ushahidi, which was initially developed to map reports of violence in Kenya after the post-election crisis in 2008. She was a prominent figure in the field of technology and activism in Africa.

Data source

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