Lorelei

Meaning of Lorelei

Lure-stone cliff; alluring enchantress

Lorelei has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lorelei

Lorelei is climbing again, up to #441 in 2025 from #455 in 2024.

Notable people named Lorelei

• Lorelei Gilmore
  Fictional character from Gilmore Girls
• Lorelei Linklater
  Actress (Boyhood)
• Lorelei Taron
  French actress and singer
• Lorelei Sharkey
  American poet
• Lorelei James
  Romance novelist

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Questions about the name Lorelei

What does the name Lorelei mean?

Lorelei means lure-stone cliff; alluring enchantress, and it comes from German origins.

Is Lorelei a boy's or a girl's name?

Lorelei is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Lorelei?

In 2025, Lorelei ranked #441 for girls, up from #455 the year before.

When was Lorelei most popular?

Lorelei peaked at #441 in 2022.