Lowry is a unisex given name of English origin, derived from an old family surname that was originally an occupational name for a person who worked at a laundry. It has been used as a first name since the mid-20th century and gained popularity in the 1970s. The name Lowry may be associated with notable individuals such as American author Malcolm Lowry, known for his novel "Under the Volcano," or Irish golfer Padraig Harrington, who uses the nickname 'Lowry.' However, it is important to note that these associations do not define the name; rather, they are simply connections made based on shared names.
"Over the course of these years, there were significant fluctuations in births named Lowry.Annual totals ranged from a low of just five births to a high of fifteen. The peak periods of popularity for this name appear to be around World War II and post-war period, particularly between 1940 and 1950. However, even within these decades, the number of births fluctuated substantially year by year. Interestingly, despite the gaps in data, there was a resurgence of popularity in recent years with seven births recorded each in 2016 and 2021."