| Meaning | my God is light |
| Origin | Norse, Scottish |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | A-lo-rah |
About Alorah
Modern creativity meets melodic appeal in this enchanting choice. Alorah flows beautifully with its three lilting syllables, creating a musical quality that's both gentle and memorable. The name's structure suggests traditional roots while its spelling reveals contemporary innovation, offering the best of both worlds. It carries an almost lyrical quality, as if it belongs in a poem or song, yet remains grounded enough for everyday use. Alorah projects femininity without feeling overly frilly, striking a balance that works from playground to professional settings. Its relative rarity becomes an asset, ensuring individuality without the burden of constant explanation. The name sounds complete and substantial, not requiring nicknames though options exist if desired. Parents drawn to Alorah typically appreciate names that sound established even when they're relatively new, names that feel like they've always existed despite their modern emergence.
Nicknames for Alorah
| Alo |
| Lora |
| Lori |
| Ally |
| Ali |
Famous People Named Alorah
| Afton Williamson | American actress |
| Afton Cooper | American country music singer |
| Afton Smith | American costume designer |
| Afton Fraser | Canadian field hockey player |
| Afton Thayer | American pianist |
| Afton Locke | American author |
| Afton Delgrosso | American dancer |
| Afton Nillsen | Norwegian Paralympic swimmer |
| Afton Jackson | Australian artist |
| Afton Elaine Burton | known as "Star," partner of Charles Manson |
| Afton Henning | American television writer |
| Afton Kuehn | American photographer |
| Afton Neilson | American actress |
| Afton Tangler | American musician |
| Afton C. Williamson | American politician |
| Afton M. Hollertz | American archaeologist |
| Afton Morrow | American judoka |
| Afton C. Rizzotti | American entrepreneur |
| Afton Baggott | Australian netball player |
Characters Named Alorah
| Afton Forrester | Character in the TV series "The Bold and the Beautiful" |
| Afton Cooper | Character in the TV series "Dallas" |
| Afton McNeil | Character in the novel "Afton of Margate Castle" by Clara Beeson Hubbard |
| Afton Grace | Character in the book "Dead by Morning" by Kayla Krantz |
| Afton Morrison | Protagonist in the "Afton Morrison" series by Brent Jones |
| Afton Blair | Character in the novel "Happily Never After" by Missy Fleming |
| Afton Turner | Character in the book "Afton of Margate Castle" by Rebecca Nolen |
| Afton Draper | Character in the book "The Brothers Draper" by Michael W. Garza |
| Afton Kearney | Character in the novel "The Way to Afton" by Lois Walfrid Johnson |
| Afton Peters | Character in the book "Voices in Summer" by Rosamunde Pilcher |
| Afton Brent | Character in the novel "The Eternal Feminine" by Elinor Glyn |
| Afton Marie | Character in the book "The Cowboy Inherits a Bride" by Cora Seton |
| Afton MacCaw | Character in the book "Afton of Margate Castle" by Anne Hampton Brewster |
| Afton Brooks | Character in the book "Afton of Margate Castle" by Eleanor Frances Poynter |
| Afton O'Connell | Character in the book "Afton of Margate Castle" by Emma Leslie |
| Afton Warwick | Character in the book "Rebecca's Promise" by Jerry S. Eicher |
| Afton Ahearn | Character in the book "Bless the Bride" by Rhys Bowen |
| Afton Raynes | Character in the book "Finding Home" by Lauren Baker |
| Afton Blake | Character in the book "Beyond the Sunset" by Anna Katharine Green |
| Afton Smith | Character in the book "The Pony Whisperer - The Word on the Yard" by Janet Rising |