Lorna
boy nameLorna entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #2940 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
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rank today
#2940
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2940 |
| 1960s | #4007 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lorna are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lorna alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lorna in 2025?
- Lorna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lorna most popular?
- Lorna peaked in 1942, reaching #2940 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lorna with classmates?
- Lorna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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