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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Red king
- Origin
- Irish/Scottish Gaelic
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- ROR-ee
Rory is a gender-neutral name with roots in Irish and Scottish Gaelic, carrying the meaning "red king." It's pronounced ROR-ee (IPA /ˈrɔːri), a short, easy name to say and spell. If you're weighing it for a son or daughter, the Gaelic background and that meaning are the concrete details worth knowing.
Meaning & Origin of Rory
Meaning: Red king.
Origin: Irish/Scottish Gaelic.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Rory
ROR-eeIPA /ˈrɔːri/
Popularity of Rory
Rory hit its highest point on record in 2024, ranking #226 nationally with 1,594 babies given the name, in Social Security data stretching back to 1933.
Names Like Rory
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FAQ
What does the name Rory mean?
Red king. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rory?
Rory is pronounced ROR-ee (IPA: /ˈrɔːri/).
Is Rory a popular name right now?
Rory is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #226 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1933–2024.)
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