Rory
Meaning of Rory
Rory is a charming unisex name with a strong and regal connotation. It's pronounced as ROR-ee (/ˈrɔri/) in English, providing an easy and universal pronunciation. For those desiring a little twist on the spelling, variations include Rorie and Rori. Over the years, Rory has enjoyed a steady presence in popularity among baby names in the United States. From its earliest recorded usage in 1933 to its peak popularity in 1959 and current status, it remains an appealing choice for parents seeking a name that balances uniqueness with familiarity. Its rank has varied over time but remained consistently within the top 500 names since the early 1980s, showing a rise in use over recent years - indicating that Rory may be making a comeback! With its rich history and versatile nature, Rory makes for an excellent choice when considering baby names.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ROR-ee (/ˈrɔri/)
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Notable People Named Rory
| Rory McIlroy is a Northern Irish professional golfer and former world number one, known for winning four major championships. |
| Rory MacDonald is a Canadian former mixed martial artist who has competed in various organizations and held titles in Bellator MMA and King of the Cage. |
| Rory Calhoun was an American film and television actor known for his roles in Westerns and supporting roles in films like How to Marry a Millionaire (1953). |
| Rory Kennedy - Rory Elizabeth Katherine Kennedy is an American documentary filmmaker known for her work on social issues and is the youngest child of U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Skakel. |
| Rory McLeod is a British-Jamaican professional snooker player known for reaching the last 16 in ten ranking tournaments and winning the minor ranking Ruhr Open in 2015. |
| Rory Michael Kinnear is an award-winning English actor known for his performances at the National Theatre, including his portrayal of Sir Fopling Flutter and Iago in Othello. |
| Rory Bremner is a Scottish impressionist and comedian known for his political satire, impressions of British public figures, and appearances on shows like Mock the Week and Bremner, Bird and Fortune. |
| Rory Best is a retired Irish rugby union player who captained the Ireland national team and holds the record for the most caps as a forward for Ireland. |
| Rory Joseph Burns is an English cricketer known for his international play with the England Test cricket team and his captaincy of Surrey in domestic cricket. |
| Rory O'Connor - Roderick O'Connor was an Irish republican revolutionary and Director of Engineering for the IRA during the Irish War of Independence, who opposed the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1921 and was executed without trial in 1922. |
| Rory Scovel - Rory J. Scovel is an American comedian, actor, and writer known for his stand-up comedy albums and specials. |
| Rory Reid is an English television presenter and journalist known for his expertise in motoring and technology, as well as for hosting shows like Top Gear and Gadget Geeks. |
| Rory Lee Feek is an American country music singer and songwriter, known for his work with the duo Joey + Rory and for establishing Giantslayer Records to support independent artists. |
| Rory Underwood is a former English rugby union player and England's record international try scorer, known for his prolific career with Leicester Tigers and appearances for the British and Irish Lions. |
| Rory Hugh Culkin is an American actor recognized for his performances in Scream 4, Lords of Chaos, You Can Count on Me, Columbus, and Signs, and is the youngest brother of actors Macaulay and Kieran Culkin. |
