Lorien
Fictional (Tolkien's legendarium) · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Lorien
The name 'Lorien' is a modern invented name, often interpreted as meaning "dream" or "from the land of dreams," derived from the fictional Elvish language (Sindarin) created by J.R.R.
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Etymology
The name 'Lorien' is a modern invented name, often interpreted as meaning "dream" or "from the land of dreams," derived from the fictional Elvish language (Sindarin) created by J.R.R. Tolkien. It is not used in any historical culture or religion, but gained popularity among fans of Tolkien's legendarium, particularly from the realm of Lothlórien in *The Lord of the Rings*.
Lorien currently ranks #11,512 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1979.
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