Rory

The name Rory is of German origin and means "famous one."

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Updated February 28, 2024

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Girl name origins & meanings

  • German, Scottish, Irish : Variation of Roderick; famous ruler; red

Girl name variations

Rorie
Rorrie
Rorry

Boy name origins & meanings

  • German : Famous one
  • Gaelic : Red king

Boy name variations

Roderick
Rodrick
Broderick
Rodrigo
Roderich
Rodrigue
Rodney
Rod
Rodd
Roddy
Rodman
Rodmond
Rick
Ricky
Rurik
Roric
Ruaidhri

How Popular Is The Name Rory

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