Horry Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Horry is listed in our database as a boy name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Horace: Timekeeper. Derived from the Roman clan name Horatius”.

Horry Name at a Glance

Name Horry
Meaning Diminutive of Horace: Timekeeper. Derived from the Roman clan name Horatius.
Origin English
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Horry Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Horry means “Diminutive of Horace: Timekeeper. Derived from the Roman clan name Horatius”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Horry Name Origin

Our database records Horry under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Horry a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Horry is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

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