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Glenora

OriginIrish
Meaning"glen"
US RankUnranked

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About Glenora

Glenora is a feminine name with Scottish and Irish Gaelic roots. It combines 'glen,' meaning 'valley,' with 'ora,' possibly derived from Latin for 'gold' or representing a feminine ending. The name evokes images of serene, golden valleys in the Scottish Highlands or Irish countryside. Glenora has a classic, somewhat old-fashioned charm that connects to nature and Celtic heritage. Though never extremely common, it appeared more frequently in the early 20th century and has remained in limited use since. The name Glenora also appears as a place name in several locations with Celtic connections, including areas in Canada and Scotland.

Pronounced glen-OR-uh.

As of October 2026, Glenora ranked #4979 in US births in 1965 SSA, peaked at #1368 in 1902.

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