Gloria

At a Glance: Name: Gloria – Meaning: glory – Origin: Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: GLOR-ee-ah

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Gloria is a Latin name that means "glory," pronounced GLOR-ee-ah (IPA /ˈɡlɔːriə/). It carries a vintage, timeless, classic feel, fitting for parents drawn to names with an old-fashioned resonance.

Meaning & Origin of Gloria

Meaning: Glory.

Origin: Latin.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Gloria

Phonetic: GLOR-ee-ah   IPA: /ˈɡlɔːriə/

Popularity of Gloria

Gloria peaked at #20 in 1925, when 9,381 baby girls were given the name, but by 2024 it had fallen to #654 with just 447 girls named Gloria — a steep decline over the SSA's full 1881-2024 record.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1881–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Gloria mean?

Glory. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Gloria)

How do you pronounce Gloria?

Gloria is pronounced GLOR-ee-ah (IPA: /ˈɡlɔːriə/).

Is Gloria a popular name right now?

Gloria peaked at #20 in 1925 and is ranked #654 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)

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