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What does the name Rory mean? What is the meaning of the name Rory
Meaning of Rory: Name Rory in the English, Scottish, Irish origin, means A person who is a Red Ruler of people. Name Rory is of English, Scottish, Irish origin and is a Boy name.
Meaning
A person who is a Red Ruler of people
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 4 characters
Spell
R-O-R-Y
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
4
Indian Vedic Numerology
3
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Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit
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Rakeem
A variant spelling of the Quranic name Raqeem; Said to be derived from Raheem which means compassionate
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Reddy
Leader; A surname representing a Community of dominant caste and prosperous people from the state of Andhra Pradesh
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Famous people with name Rory (Namesakes)
- Rory Bremner
Roderick Keith Ogilvy "Rory" Bremner, (born 6 April 1961) is a Scottish impressionist and comedian, noted for his work in political satire and impressions of British public figures.
- Rory Kennedy
Rory Elizabeth Katherine Kennedy (born December 12, 1968) is an American documentary filmmaker and youngest child of U.S. Senator Robert Kennedy and Ethel Skakel.
- Rory Cochrane
Rory Cochrane (born February 28, 1972) is an American actor.
- Rory Culkin
Rory Hugh Culkin (born July 21, 1989) is an American actor who is known for his roles in Scream 4, Lords Of Chaos, You Can Count on Me, Columbus and M. Night Shyamalan's Signs.
- Rory Stewart
Roderick James Nugent Stewart (born 3 January 1973), known as Rory Stewart, is a British diplomat, author, writer and politician.
- Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy (born 4 May 1989) is a professional golfer from Northern Ireland who is a member of both the European and PGA Tours.
- Rory Cellan-Jones
Nicholas Rory Cellan-Jones (born 17 January 1958; "Cellan" pronounced [ˈkɛɬən]) is a British journalist for BBC News.
- Rory Allen
Rory Allen (born 17 October 1977) is an English former professional footballer.
- Rory Reid
Rory Jason Reid (born July 11, 1963) is an American attorney and politician.
- Rory Singer
Rory Michael Singer (born May 28, 1976) is an American mixed martial artist and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt.
- Rory Kinnear
Rory Michael Kinnear (born 17 February 1976) is an English actor and playwright who has worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre.
- Rory Cowan
Rory Cowan (born 15 July 1959) is an Irish actor and entertainer best known for portraying Rory Brown in Mrs Brown's Boys from 2011 to 2017, and for starring in Mrs.
- Rory Quintos
Rory B. Quintos (born October 31, 1962 in Manila, Philippines) is a Filipino television and film director.
- Rory McCann
Rory McCann (born 24 April 1969) is a Scottish actor, best known for portraying Sandor "The Hound" Clegane on the HBO series Game of Thrones and Michael "Lurch" Armstrong in Edgar Wright's crime-comedy Hot Fuzz.
- Rory Feek
Rory Lee Feek (born April 25, 1965) is an American country music singer and songwriter.
- Rory Delap
Rory John Delap (born 6 July 1976) is a former footballer who played as a midfielder.
- Rory MacDonald (fighter)
Rory Joseph MacDonald (born July 22, 1989) is a Canadian mixed martial artist currently competing in the Professional Fighters League, and is a former Bellator Welterweight World Champion.
- Rory Burns
Rory Joseph Burns (born 26 August 1990) is an English cricketer who plays for Surrey.
- Rory Scovel
Rory J. Scovel (born August 6, 1980) is an American comedian, writer and actor from Greenville, South Carolina.
- Rory Keenan
Rory Keenan (born 9 June 1980) is an Irish actor.
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Swati Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra for Rory is Swati. The name Rory is associated with the deity Vayu (Wind God), and is ruled by the Rahu. The symbol for Rory is Sword, and it is characterized by Independence. This name is connected to the element Air and embodies the Flexible, Restless.| name | Svātī |
| Deity | Vayu (Wind God) |
| Ruling Planet | Rahu |
| Symbol | Sword |
| Primary Quality | Independence |
| Element | Air |
| Nature | Flexible, Restless |
Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology) - 4
Baby Name Rory Numerology: Name Rory has a number value of 4 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
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Syllables in Rory Name
How many syllables in baby name Rory? Rory has 2 syllables. The name "Rory" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Rory? | 2 (ro - ry) |
| Numbers of characters: | 4 |
| Unique letters: | 3 (r, o, y) |
| Rory backwards: | yror |
| Rory sorted alphabetically: | orry |
Name Rory is combinations of, 2 occurances of R, 1 occurance of O, 1 occurance of Y.
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How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Rory
Rory's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Rory on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Rory! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Rory, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Rory! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Rory
What is the meaning of Rory?
Name Rory means A person who is a Red Ruler of people as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Rory Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Rory?
Name Rory has numerology 3 as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Rory?
The lucky number of name Rory is 3 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Rory name?
The name Rory has 4 letters. The name Rory consists of 1 word with 4 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Rory?
Name Rory belongs to Swati nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Rory come from?
Rory is a English, Scottish, Irish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Rory?
The name Rory is of English, Scottish, Irish origin and is used within communities.
What does Rory mean?
Name Rory means A person who is a Red Ruler of people as per The ParentZ
What does the name Rory mean?
Rory is of English, Scottish, Irish origin and means A person who is a Red Ruler of people as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Rory?
Rory means A person who is a Red Ruler of people and is a English, Scottish, Irish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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What is the length of Rory name?
The name Rory consists of 4 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Rory! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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