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Shortening of Lorelei?

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margarita100 · 30/06/2021 12:26

Expecting DD1 in October. We really like the name Lorelei. I'm aware of the meaning/history and actually have German heritage. Never watched the Gilmore girls but aware there's a character in that, but not put off....

However, we don't like the nickname Lorry. Will it be inevitable that this name is shortened to Lorry? I know nicknames and shortenings can come about organically but does anyone have any suggestions of potential shortenings in place of Lorry? We would use the full name mostly as we find it really beautiful!
I know the Gilmore girl is called Rory but not keen on that
Thank you

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belimoo · 01/07/2021 05:07

Could you use the nn Lori but to rhyme with Rory rather than Lorry? Might not remind you of Lawrie so much then?

helpmewiththisnew · 01/07/2021 10:32

Lol, Lolly or Ellie assuming your pronouncing as my friend does how has a daughter with this name.

EvilHerbivore · 01/07/2021 10:35

The one I know goes by 'lorki'

PattyPan · 01/07/2021 18:40

It's very uncommon as a name in German-speaking countries - probably more popular in the USA than in Germany due to Gilmore Girls! I would have thought that Lora would be a more likely shortening than Lorry though.
Also, I have to share this because it's what goes through my head every time I hear it:

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