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Iory

Male

« Iory is of Hebrew origin, derived from 'or' meaning light, translating to 'my light'; it has biblical roots, though less common today. »

#40282 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Iory is of Hebrew origin and it means "my light". It is derived from the Hebrew word "or" which means "light". The name Iory has a long history dating back to biblical times. In the Old Testament, Ioram was the son of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. He was also the king of Israel during a tumultuous time in Jewish history. Despite its historical roots, the name Iory is not particularly common today. It is often mistaken for other names with similar pronunciations such as Iris or Irena. However, those who bear this unique name carry with them a rich history and a beautiful meaning.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Iory since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
2010
5 births
in 2010
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years