Lorre is of German origin, meaning 'laurel'. It's a surname that has been widely used for generations. The name was prominent among notable individuals such as Peter Lorre, the Hungarian actor known for his distinctive voice and performances in classic films like 'M', and 'Casablanca'. This name also appears in literature, most notably as a character in Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
The name Lorre experienced a significant rise and fall in popularity over these years, peaking at 30 births in 1958 before declining consistently thereafter.