Lurline Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lurline is a name of Germanic origin meaning 'enchantress' or 'siren.' It evolved from the Old High German Lorelei and gained popularity in the 19th century due to folklore and literature. The name is associated with traits of beauty and allure, with no biblical relevance.
The name Lurline is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lurline has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lurline' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 923rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1610th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3437th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Lurline' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lurline"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɜːrlaɪn/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Lurline is believed to be derived from the Germanic word 'lure,' which means 'to entice' or 'to seduce.' It is also associated with the legend of Lorelei, a siren from German folklore who lured sailors to their doom.
Meaning
enchantress, siren
Language Evolution
Lurline (Modern English), Lorelai (German), Lorelei (Old High German)
Historical Usage
Lurline gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in literature and music, influenced by the romanticized portrayal of the Lorelei figure.
Variants & Derivatives
Lorelei, Lorelai, Lurly
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lurline is perceived as a romantic and whimsical name, often associated with beauty and allure, partly due to its literary and mythological connections.
Famous People
Lurline McGowan (Australian politician), Lurline K. W. McCarthy (American artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lurline"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lurline"
"Lurline" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 923rd of 9107 | 1,077 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1610th of 9204 | 449 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3437th of 12526 | 229 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Lurline" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lurline" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
26.54% 628th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
49.43% 1163rd/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
63.10% 1751st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lurline"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lurline" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.