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At a Glance: Name: Lior – Meaning: my light – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: LEE-or
Lior is a Hebrew name meaning "my light," given to both boys and girls. It's pronounced LEE-or, and its clean, short sound fits a clean, modern naming style. If you want a name with a clear, personal meaning behind it, Lior delivers that in just two syllables.
Meaning & Origin of Lior
Meaning: My light.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Lior
Phonetic: LEE-or IPA: /ˈliːɔːr/
Popularity of Lior
In U.S. Social Security data going back to 1969, Lior has stayed rare, peaking at #2333 in 2023 with 60 babies before dipping slightly to #2427 in 2024 with 57.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1969–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Lior mean?
My light. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lior)
How do you pronounce Lior?
Lior is pronounced LEE-or (IPA: /ˈliːɔːr/).
Is Lior a popular name right now?
Lior is near its all-time peak (#2333 in 2023), ranked #2427 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1969–2024.)
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